Mike Pennel involved in investigation over woman's death
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Mike Pennel, a former defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, is connected to the investigation into the death of Carli Franchesca Guzmán Roche. Her body was discovered on a property he owned in the Dominican Republic in January 2026, nearly five years after she went missing in 2021. Witnesses reportedly indicated that Pennel had a relationship with Guzmán. He has denied knowing her, asserting he wasn't in the country at the time of her disappearance. Pennel played eight games for the Bengals during the 2025 season before being released and signing with the Kansas City Chiefs shortly thereafter.
- •Mike Pennel played for the Bengals in 2025.
- •Carli Guzmán's body was found in January 2026.
- •Pennel was considered a person of interest.
- •He denies knowing Guzmán or being in the country during her disappearance.
- •After being released by the Bengals, he joined the Chiefs.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — Former Bengals DT knew woman whose body was found | Report
"Mike Pennel, who played for the Bengals in 2025, had a relationship with a woman whose body was found on a property he owned, according to ESPN.
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