A fatal stabbing in New York has drawn renewed attention to a homicide investigation that has remained unchanged in Hernando County for more than four years. The recent murder charge filed against 22-year-old Kristen Sculley has reignited questions surrounding the death of 18-year-old Ariana Ptarcinski, whose homicide remains unresolved despite investigators identifying a suspect.
The case of Ariana Ptarcinski dates back to January 15, 2019, when she was found stabbed to death in Spring Hill, Florida. According to investigators, Ptarcinski and her 19-year-old boyfriend, Dakota Lapos, were found dead in her parents’ arms at their home on
withheldin Spring Hill. The victims’ families have been seeking justice for over four years, with Ptarcinski’s family recently expressing their frustration and disappointment with the ongoing investigation.
In a related case, Kristen Sculley was charged with murder in New York for the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend. This recent development has brought attention to the Ptarcinski case, with some questioning why a suspect was not identified and charged in a more timely manner. The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office has stated that they are still actively investigating the case and working to gather evidence.
The community is urged to come forward with any information that may assist in solving the case. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office at (352) 754-6900. The families of the victims continue to seek justice and closure, and the community remains hopeful that the case will be resolved soon.
Originally reported by R News
Sources: R News
