The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in unraveling the events that led to the death of 36-year-old Robert Velleca. Last month, a troubling discovery was made in the Ortega River when Velleca’s body was found floating in the water by the JSO Marine Unit on September 20. In a case where leads are slim and mystery abounds, citizens are being asked to come forward with any information that may be relevant to the investigation.
What we know so far comes from an official statement from the JSO. After recovering the body, the investigation quickly determined the identity of the deceased as Robert Velleca. However, the circumstances leading up to Velleca’s death, remain unclear. The case took a dark turn when the Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the incident a homicide, casting a shadow of foul play over the grim scene. Now, detectives are piecing together Velleca’s last known movements, and they believe that locals might hold the key to unlocking this mystery.
They have issued a call to action, urging anyone who may have seen something, or who has any knowledge pertinent to this case, to step forward. Information can be submitted anonymously, ensuring that those who help can do so without fear of retribution…