Orange County Mourns Tragic Loss of 13-Year-Old Rose Dieujuste
Surveillance Footage Key in Identifying Suspect in Rose Dieujuste Case
On July 4 a 13-year-old girl called Rose Dieujuste was found dead stabbed in a utility closet in Orange County, Florida. The discovery was uncovered with the help of Orange County deputies responding to a complaint at an apartment complex, according to True Crime News. Rose was struggling for her life while only wearing a half garment which Sheriff John Mina characterized as a tragic scene. Sadly, she passed away at the hospital due to her wounds in spite of attempts to save her. Rose Dieujuste was attacked in the opinion of Sheriff Mina while she was traveling to another building in the complex to meet with a friend. The family was informed by her friend who found Rose’s shoes and phone but not her. Rose’s family later found her in the closet and attempted to bring her back to life. An important part of identifying the suspect, Jerry Dorisme aged 28 was surveillance footage. Prior to the incident, Dorisme could be seen in the video following Rose Dieujuste. Along with the knife packing that was discovered at the scene investigators reportedly saw Dorisme buy a comparable weapon from a neighboring store which they believe was used in the crime.
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Suspect Jerry Dorisme Refuses to Cooperate with Authorities
Sheriff Mina revealed that despite residing nearby Jerry Dorisme did not personally know Rose. Dorisme was apprehended on July 11 and charged with first-degree felony murder. Throughout his interaction with law enforcement, Dorisme remained uncommunicative and uncooperative. Authorities are currently investigating possible signs of sexual abuse against Rose although these allegations are not yet confirmed. Sheriff Mina further mentioned that in 2020 Dorisme was accused of indecent and lascivious molestation of a kid. Dorisme is being held at Orange County Jail without bond while additional legal actions are taken. Rose’s untimely death has had a profound impact on the community, leading to a wave of solidarity for her bereaved family.