2X4 board used to kill P.G. man

Meanwhile, authorities in Punta Gorda are asking the public’s help in solving a murder of their own. Just after noon on Easter Sunday, the lifeless body of Tito Alcarez was discovered in a building under construction on Main Middle Street. Investigators immediately observed injuries to the back of the victim’s head and over his left eye. It is believed that a length of two by four board found near the victim was the weapon used to inflict the wounds. The body was transported to the P.G. hospital where it awaits a post mortem. Police sources in Punta Gorda tell News Five Alcarez was in the habit of drinking with a group of men and tonight they are looking for one member in particular to question him about the incident. If you are able to assist the police in this case, please contact the nearest station or Crime Stoppers.