Pasco County detectives have confirmed that Victoria Perez, a sixteen year old girl, was murdered by her nineteen year old boyfriend Robert Timmons over the weekend. A report indicates that Timmons allegedly picked up Perez from her apartment, leading to an argument inside a car before he shot her and disposed of her body. Timmons was identified as the suspect and had admitted to the killing according to Sheriff Jeff Harrington. The relationship between the two was described by the sheriff as toxic and tumultuous, though there were no prior reports of violence. Community members held a vigil in Port Richey to honor the life of the young woman who touched many hearts. Timmons made his first court appearance and is being held without bond while the investigation continues. He is scheduled to return to court this Friday.
Key Points:
- Victoria Perez was reported missing around 7:00 am on Sunday morning.
- Robert Timmons picked up Victoria from her apartment around 1:15 am before an argument escalated.
- Timmons allegedly shot Victoria in the head and dumped her body near Crela Drive.
- The sixteen year old victim was found dead approximately four hours after being reported missing.
- Timmons makes his first court appearance on Tuesday and is held without bond.
