Spring Hill, Fla. – Pasco County Sheriff Jeff Harrington confirmed that Robert Timmons, 19, has been taken into custody following the fatal shooting of 16‑year‑old Victoria Perez. The teen’s body was discovered on Sunday morning, just before 11:30 a.m., on the side of a road near Crela Drive.
Investigation details
According to the Pasco Sheriff’s Office, detectives identified Perez after the body was recovered and quickly focused on her boyfriend, Timmons, as a primary suspect. Sheriff Harrington said the investigation revealed that Perez entered a vehicle driven by Timmons at approximately 1:15 a.m. on Sunday. An argument ensued, which escalated to violence.
Police reports state that Timmons shot Perez in the head, then drove a short distance—about 15 feet—from the road and dumped her body. He later discarded the firearm in a nearby body of water; the department’s dive team is still searching for the weapon.
Background and missing report
Victoria Perez was reported missing after she was last seen Saturday night around 8 p.m. in the Shady Hills area. The sheriff’s office did not release extensive details during the initial search, but confirmed that her parents had been urging her to end the relationship with Timmons.
Current status and community response
Timmons remains in custody while detectives continue the active death investigation. Sheriff Harrington emphasized that domestic violence is never acceptable and urged victims or families facing abuse to seek help. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1‑800‑799‑SAFE) offers free, confidential guidance.
Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Pasco Sheriff’s Office Crime Tips Line at 1‑800‑706‑2488 or submit tips online at PascoSheriff.com/tips.
Original reporting: Tampa Bay Florida News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
