Josefino Bugarin

Josefino Bugarin

Status: HOMICIDE

City: Goose Creek

State: South Carolina

County: Berkeley County

Date of birth: May 24, 1925

Date of death: January 30, 1987

Age: 61

Gender: Male

Race: Pacific Islander

Cause of death: Blunt Force

Anniversary month: January

LEA: Goose Creek Police Department

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Case Description

On January 30, 1987, Josefino Bugarin, 61, was found deceased by family members in front of his barbershop, Joe’s Barber Shop, located at 109-A St. James Ave in Goose Creek, South Carolina. It was determined Josefino was robbed, suffering blunt trauma to the head leading to his death. Since 1987, Joe's family continues to advocate for justice, while working with law enforcement.

Anyone with information on Josefino Bugarin’s case is asked to contact Lieutenant Brian Hornor with the Goose Creek Police Department at (843) 863-5200 ext. 2326. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward call Crime Stoppers at (843) 554-1111.

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