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Case File 568UMFL

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Reconstruction of Victim by Natalie Murry

Unidentified Hispanic/Cuban Male

Vital Statistics

  • Estimated age: 30-40 years old
  • Approximate Height and Weight: 5'0 - 6'0"; 180-200 lbs
  • Distinguishing Characteristics: Long, wavy black hair; brown eyes. Clean shaven. Multiple scars on forehead, well healed scar over right knee.
  • Tattoos: On his back there is a large, poorly executed tattoo of man with a halo. He is walking on two crutches and displaying numerous wounds. In front of him are two dogs. The background indicates a church, a mountain, and a sun rise.
  • Clothing: Blue pullover sweater, another dark blue sweater, black slacks with brown belt, white underwear. No jewelry.

tattoo
Victim's Tattoo

Case History
The victim was located on Burns Road, North of US41, 4 miles East of Ochopee, sprawled in a grassy area along the Tamiami Trail.

He went by the nickname Cuckoo, other names conected are Eduardo Bellito Deluna and nickname of Coo Coo. He was known in the Miami area.

Hunters found Cuckoo's body in a remote area of eastern Collier. The body was riddled with bullets, one of which had ripped through the chest and pierced the aorta. It is believed that the slaying was drug-related.

Jose Julian Ortega, 29, was charged with first-degree murder after a surprise witness came forward and told authorities that she had seen Ortega kill a man known only as Cuckoo.

Investigators
If you have any information about this case please contact:
Michael Britt
District 20 Medical Examiner Office
239-434-5020
E-Mail
You may remain anonymous when submitting information.

Agency Case Number:
1982-00218

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

Source Information:
FLUIDDB
Miami Herald, The (FL) 11/15/84

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