Rodriguez’s body was discovered at approximately 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, after a person walking along the trails between Pelican Park and the Northlake Nature Center came across her lying among fallen leaves. Deputies responded to the location, and detectives from the Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit began investigating the circumstances surrounding her death. Her identity was subsequently confirmed by the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office on November 12.
The confirmation that Rodriguez’s death was a homicide brought further heartbreak to her relatives, who are now seeking answers. In a statement shared with local television station WDSU, her sister described her as the youngest member of the family and someone deeply loved by those closest to her. The family appealed to the public for information that could help investigators determine who was responsible.
Rodriguez reportedly had her puppy, Eve, with her at the time of her death. According to the Sheriff’s Office, the dog was also missing, prompting a search for the animal. The family’s concern for Eve has added another painful dimension to an already devastating situation.
As of the latest reports, authorities have not publicly identified a suspect or disclosed a motive or specific medical cause of death. Investigators are asking anyone who was near the Northlake Nature Center or the connecting trails to contact the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office at 985-898-2338.
Lizeht Rodriguez’s death has left her family facing an unimaginable loss. As the investigation continues, her loved ones are hoping that anyone with information will come forward and help bring answers to a case that has deeply affected their family and community.