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Cold Cases Database

This database currently consists of unsolved homicides from 50 Florida counties, 46 U.S. states, and 3 international countries. All victims have been submitted by law enforcement or the victims' families. Additional counties and states will be added to this database as time and funding permit.

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1 cases found.
CCR: 78-14986
Date Reported: August 2, 1978
VICTIM DETAILS
Name Debra Rizzo
Age 15
Gender Female
Race Caucasian/White
SUSPECT DETAILS
Name Unknown
Offense Murder
Cause Blunt Force
Location Unknown
CASE DETAILS
Status Unsolved
Incident Location 1200 block of Bell Drive
Clearwater, Florida, 33764
Pinellas County
L.E.A Clearwater Police Department, Clearwater, Florida
15 years old Case#: 78-14986 Date Found: August 2, 1978 Location: Wooded area east of the 1200 block of Bell Drive, Clearwater, FL Debra Rizzo’s body was found in a small wooded area about a block from her residence. She died as a result of blunt force trauma and it is believed she was also sexually assaulted. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the Clearwater Police Department at (727) 562-4383.