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Body found in ditch in Tampa leads to arrest

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TAMPA, Fla. — An arrest was made nearly two weeks after a man's body was found in a ditch in Tampa.

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said deputies arrested Dayhan Ruenes Vinet, 32, for the June 4 murder of Yalexander Jimenez Felipe, 47.

Felipe was found in a ditch with upper body trauma near East Chelsea Street and Rachel Falls Drive around 6:34 a.m. He was pronounced dead at the scene by deputies.

Vinet was arrested on June 14 and is facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder with a weapon, dealing in stolen property and more.

"I hope this arrest can help our victim's family begin their healing process," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "As your sheriff, I can assure you that our detectives never rest until justice is served."

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