Woman arrested over American's death in Costa Rica
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 18:57 · Archive
A woman has been arrested in connection with the death of a 74-year-old American tourist in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica.
A woman identified as Ortiz was arrested around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday in connection with the death of Fleming, a 74-year-old American found dead on 27 September at a condominium near the beach in Playas del Coco, a seaside town in a popular tourist area on Costa Rica's northern Pacific coast. The incident occurred at 4:50 p.m. on 27 September.
According to Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Agency Deputy Director Vladimir Muñoz, Fleming met Ortiz online and picked her up near Playas del Coco before driving her to his apartment. The two later got into a dispute, during which Ortiz allegedly struck Fleming and caused a fatal head injury. She is also accused of stealing his bank cards, though it is unknown if they were used.
At the time of the alleged homicide, the woman was wearing blue denim shorts, sandals and a white bra with chain-like accessories. Security video released by police showed her walking down a street with another woman, who has also been arrested. The woman had been on the run until authorities arrested her following confidential tips sent to law enforcement. She was arrested at a house in San Felipe de Alajuelita.
How it is being reported
- Mystery woman arrested in American’s death after manhunt in Costa Rican tourist hotspotThe 74-year-old American was found dead on Sept. 27 at a condominium near the beach.New York Post · 28 Oct, 18:45
- Mystery woman arrested in American's death after manhunt in Costa Rican tourist destinationSecurity video shows the suspect walking down a street after the alleged killing of a 74-year-old American tourist in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica.Fox News · 28 Oct, 14:44
In this story: Fleming · Ortiz · Playas del Coco · Costa Rica · San Felipe de Alajuelita
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