MURDER
CASE #: 1979-27
Renee Cruz Tovar
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Open
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Elgin, Illinois
Summary:
Renee Cruz Tovar, who friends and family called “Cooky”, was a 24-year-old employee at LeeWard’s of Elgin. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church and was a graduate of St. Edward High School (Class of 1973). Renee was last seen purchasing cigarettes from a local convenience store on November 23, 1979. The following day, her roommate discovered her, deceased, inside their shared residence located in the 100 block of S. Liberty Street. She had been struck and cut with a bladed weapon.
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Elgin Police Department Cold Case Website: https://elgincoldcases.com/
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Timeline of Events
Renee's roommate returns home and discovers Renee's body in the apartment.
Between 10 PM and 11 PM, Renee drives to the 7-Eleven on East Chicago Street to purchase cigarettes. Witnesses then observe her leave in her vehicle.
Renee's roommate leaves for a date. Renee stays home alone.
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