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Deputies seek information on Okeechobee homicide

Posted at 9:25 AM, Apr 05, 2016
and last updated 2016-04-05 12:12:32-04

The Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office is seeking information on the recent death of a 54-year-old man. 

The incident happened on or before March 24 at approximately 1:44 p.m. 

Deputies responded to the 1,000 block of NE 60 Avenue in reference to an unresponsive male. They say they found the victim, identified as Clemente Garcia, lying on the ground. He was pronounced deceased. 

Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Gonzalez at  863-763-3113, ext. 5106 or the Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-800-273-8477. Tips can also be entered at the Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers website

You may remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest.