FLF040102

Unidentified White or Hispanic Female

The victim was discovered on January 2, 2004 in Miami Beach, Florida
Estimated Date of Death: December 2003
Decomposed Remains
Homicide Victim
Formerly Hot Case # 17

Estimated age: 55-65 years old
Approximate Height and Weight: 5’5”; 100 lbs.
Distinguishing Characteristics: 8 inch dyed red / auburn, wavy hair; unknown eye color, possibly brown. No tattoos. Ribs 6 and 7 have old fractures in the mid-axillary line represented by callus formation. Rose color nail polish was on her toes.
Clothing: Black bra with lacy upper cups, size 34C, 100% polyester, made in China, white ladies panties, (size 10), made by "Jolie Intimates." They are 100% cotton, make in turkey (RN#94494). And white, ankle length socks with pink toes and heels.
Dentals: Available. Dental examination reveal the following teeth missing for an extended period of time: #1,#16,#17,#18,#19,#30,#31 and #32. #13 through 15 in the upper jaw and #20 through #29 are without decay or restorations. #2 second molar shows extensive decay and remnants of a root from the third molar which more likely than not decayed away with the crown disintegrating.

Case History
The victim was located in a Canal at the 4200 block of Indian Creek.
A boater found a black duffel bag floating in Indian Creek. Two metal wires such as that found in a coat hanger encircle the handles.
Inside of the bag was a decomposing white female. The head, neck and shoulder area were covered by two black, garbage bags. The lower extremities and hip area were covered by two black, plastic, garbage bags. The body was in a fetal position and two strips of duct tape was over her face.
The duffel bag is black polymer made by National Tourister which is embroidered on the side.

Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Miami Beach Police Department
Detective Morgalo
305-673-7776, extension 5675
You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number: 04-00201


NCIC Number:
N/A
Please refer to this number when contacting any agency with information regarding this case.

Source Information:
Miami Beach Police Department
FLUIDDB

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