On December 23, 2007, at approximately 8:15 p.m., patrol officers responded to a stabbing in the wooded area near the 13300 block of 49 Street North. The victim was taken to Bayfront Medical Center with serious injuries and had not since regained consciousness.

The victim, still in the hospital, died from his injuries on December 31, 2007, at approximately 4:15 p.m.

The victim has been identified as:

Robert James Burton, a 25 year old white male who was homeless at the time of the incident.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the incident. Anyone who thinks they may have additional information can contact Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477) or through the internet at www.crimestoppersofpinellas.org.

Release by:

Lieutenant Paul J. Andrews 727-541-0787

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