Woman, 27, murdered in the yard of her Pos Chikito home

POS CHIKITO — Diviene Celine Lillian Vlaun, 27, was murdered early Saturday in the yard of her home in Pos Chikito. According to preliminary police information, shots were reportedly fired from a dark-colored car passing the property.

Police received the report at approximately 3:10 a.m. and dispatched officers and an ambulance. The first patrol found Vlaun unresponsive in the yard.

Paramedics were unable to save her life. A forensic doctor confirmed the death of Vlaun, who was born in Aruba on May 12, 1999.

Initial information indicates that one or more bullets struck Vlaun while she was in her yard. Several police units searched the neighborhood in an effort to locate the vehicle.

Detectives and forensic officers attended the scene to investigate. The information released so far does not identify a motive or the person or people responsible.

Victim Support assisted Vlaun’s family. The Aruba Police Force extended its condolences and urged anyone who witnessed anything or has information to call the police tip line at 11141. Callers can remain anonymous.