Ohio man could have been lured into deadly Puerto Rico ambush with eerie howling, private investigator says
The family of Tyler Wilkin, is exhaustively trying to track down the person responsible for killing him in what was described as an execution-style shooting.The 35-year-old Ohio native was found shot dead with a gunshot wound to the back of his head while on a camping trip on Playa La Selva in Luquillo, Puerto Rico.His body was found on July 10.OHIO MAN FOUND SHOT DEAD IN EXECUTION-STYLE KILLING WHILE CAMPING ON PUERTO RICO BEACH: REPORTSWilkin was born and raised in Ohio, but moved to Puerto Rico in 2024 with his girlfriend.A fundraiser has been started to raise $30,000 to hire a private investigator to take over Wilkin's case. A statement posted to the fundraiser said the "funds will help us [Wilkin's family and friends] cover any and all expenses that may arise during the private investigation.
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Tyler Wilkin, a 35‑year‑old from Ohio, was found shot in the back of the head on a beach in Luquillo, Puerto Rico, on July 10. He was camping with his girlfriend when he was killed in what police describe as an execution‑style shooting. A private investigator says the killer may have lured Wilkin into an ambush by making eerie howling sounds.
Why it matters
The case shows how travelers can face violent crime even in popular tourist areas. It also raises questions about safety for Americans living or visiting abroad.
- Who was Tyler Wilkin?
- He was a 35‑year‑old man from Ohio who moved to Puerto Rico in 2024.
- Where was he found dead?
- He was found on Playa La Selva beach in Luquillo, Puerto Rico.
- What does the private investigator suggest about the killing?
- The investigator says the victim may have been lured into an ambush by eerie howling noises.
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