** UPDATE **
Heartland Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward to anyone who provides information that leads to an arrest in this case. Come forward – anyone who knows anything, even if you think it is insignificant, call the tip in. You just may have the key to solving this case and bringing justice to this victim and her family.
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Original post:
Winter Haven Police investigators are asking the public for any information involving the stabbing and ultimate death of a 26 year-old female late Friday night.
On July 26, 2024 just before midnight, officers responded to a call involving a stabbing in the construction area behind the old Banyon Beach motel located at 1630 6th St NW (Hwy 17) in Winter Haven. According to a witness who was with the victim, the female was involved in an argument with an unknown male a distance away from where the witness was standing. The witness heard the argument and saw the male strike the victim numerous times.
The victim started screaming that she had been stabbed and the witness ran to the victim as the suspect fled southbound. The witness ran to find someone to call 9-1-1 and authorities arrived within three minutes, starting life-saving measures on the victim. EMS personnel arrived transporting the victim to the hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.
Anyone who has information regarding this case is asked to call Detective Moore at 863-837-9754.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous and could be eligible for a CASH reward are asked to contact Heartland Crime Stoppers.
* Call 1-888-400-TIPS (8477)
* From your cell phone, dial **TIPS
* Or visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on “Submit A Tip,”
* Or download the free “P3tips” app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous when you send a tip through Crime Stoppers and you are eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
