New details in Maine death of Florida firefighter Jerry Perdomo
(CBS/AP) BELFAST, Maine - New details emerged Thursday in the death of slain Florida firefighter Jerry Perdomo, as a judge denied bail for suspect Daniel Porter in a Belfast, Maine court.
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During a round of questioning, lead State Police Detective Brian Strout said Perdomo was killed by a single gunshot that went through the side of his head, reports CBS affiliate WABI. Perdomo's body was found wrapped in a tarp tied at both ends, on land owned by Porter's grandmother.
The 24-year-old Porter was arrested on Feb. 28 at a house in Jackson where police say he killed the 31-year-old Perdomo in a drug-related crime. Porter told police that he owed Perdomo $3,000 and that Perdomo had threatened him and his family during a pool game.
Police have confirmed to the Bangor Daily News that they are investigating allegations that prescription pills are part of the case.
Prosecutors say the next step in the case is to wait for a grand jury indictment, reports WABI.