Executive Summary
- The Fort Myers Police Department is now investigating the death of Julia Curvo as a homicide.
- Curvo, 28, was last seen on January 21 near Fowler Street in Fort Myers.
- The victim’s father has issued a public plea for tips through Crime Stoppers.
- Authorities are offering anonymity and potential rewards for information leading to a resolution.
The Fort Myers Police Department (FMPD) has officially reclassified the death of 28-year-old Julia "Jules" Curvo as a homicide. Authorities announced the shift in the investigation following a review of evidence connected to her disappearance earlier this year.
According to Crime Stoppers, Curvo was reported missing on January 21, the same day she was last seen alive near 1761 Fowler Street. Investigators have not released specific details regarding the cause of death or the evidence that prompted the reclassification to homicide, but they are actively seeking assistance from the community to piece together her final movements.
The victim’s father, Mark Curvo, has publicly appealed for information, expressing gratitude to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers for their persistence. "I would ask that anyone that has any information at all, just reach down, you know, deep, and have compassion for Julia and have compassion for her family," Mark Curvo stated in a press release.
Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information regarding Curvo’s disappearance or death to contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-8477. Tips can also be submitted online or via the P3 Tips mobile app, with investigators noting that tipsters may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a financial reward.
Investigative Outlook
The transition from a missing person case to a homicide investigation typically indicates that forensic findings or witness statements have ruled out accidental death or self-harm. In this phase, detectives will likely prioritize digital forensics and surveillance footage from the Fowler Street area to identify potential persons of interest. As the inquiry remains active, no specific suspects have been publicly named at this time.
