REMEMBER Concetta
Concetta “Konnie” Del Duca Bedell
44 YEARS OLD ·
North Naples,
Florida
Concetta “Konnie” Del Duca Bedell was 44 years old when she was killed on August 8, 2012, in North Naples, Florida. A mother of two sons, Konnie was a talented dancer, a hospitality professional, and a free spirit remembered for her warmth and unforgettable personality. She had spent much of her life in Naples, where she built a community of family, friends, and colleagues.
Before her death, Konnie had sought protection from a former partner through the court system and repeatedly contacted law enforcement about violations of her protective order. Her homicide remained unsolved following the death of the investigation's sole identified person of interest.
Concetta “Konnie” Del Duca Bedell was born on March 22, 1968, in Detroit, Michigan, to Diana Regets Del Duca and Anthony J. Del Duca. She moved to Naples, Florida, at age five and spent most of her life there.
Konnie attended St. Ann's grade school and graduated from Barron Collier High School in 1986. She was artistically talented and passionate about dance from a young age. Her performances included a 1985 production of Guys and Dolls, and she danced in New York and with Dance Alive Gulf Coast Dance Company at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers.
After returning to Naples, Konnie worked in hospitality management and at private country clubs. She particularly enjoyed interacting with the public and building connections with others.
Above all, Konnie was devoted to her two sons, Perry Wesley Bedell, 15, and Weston Anthony Bedell, 12. Her family emphasized the meaningful time she spent with her children and the love she shared with them.
Konnie was survived by her mother, Diana; her brother Michael; her sisters Catherine and Ann; and numerous extended family members, friends, and colleagues. Her family remembered her as a free spirit who was never forgotten by those who met her.
THE RECORD
On August 8, 2012, Concetta “Konnie” Del Duca Bedell was found fatally shot on the back porch of her family home on Flame Vine Drive in the Palm River neighborhood of North Naples, Florida.
Neighbors reported hearing gunshots at approximately 1:30 a.m., but no emergency call was made at that time.
At approximately 6:45 a.m., authorities received a call from the residence after Konnie's family discovered her body.
Konnie's mother and oldest son were inside the home when the homicide occurred. Available reporting does not establish that either witnessed the shooting.
The Collier County Sheriff's Office identified Konnie's former boyfriend, Lawrence Joseph MacDonald, as a person of interest in the investigation.
Investigators subsequently described MacDonald as their sole person of interest. However, detectives reported difficulty developing sufficient evidence for an arrest. No known witnesses observed the killing, and surveillance footage from nearby cameras was not clear enough to provide meaningful evidence.
MacDonald relocated to other states following Konnie's death. While living in North Dakota, his employer reported that MacDonald made statements suggesting involvement in the homicide. Those allegations were documented in reporting but did not result in a murder charge.
MacDonald died in North Dakota on January 2, 2015, at age 46. His cause of death was not publicly disclosed.
The Collier County Sheriff's Office confirmed that MacDonald had never been charged with Konnie's murder and that the investigation remained open and active following his death.
RELATIONSHIP CONTEXT
Ex-boyfriend
Konnie had previously been in a relationship with Lawrence Joseph MacDonald. According to the Collier County Sheriff's Office, the two had lived together as a couple for at least one month in 2011.
Their relationship involved documented domestic violence and threatening behavior.
In September 2011, Konnie obtained a permanent injunction for protection against domestic violence against MacDonald. The injunction required him to surrender his firearms, remain at least 500 feet away from her, and complete a certified batterers' intervention program.
Court filings described an incident in which MacDonald punched a hole in Konnie's wall and told her that her head should have been in its place. MacDonald's former wife also reported that Konnie had sought protection after he threatened her with a firearm.
During a separate domestic disturbance investigation, a deputy documented MacDonald making a disturbing statement about homicide.
In the month preceding her death, Konnie called 911 twice to report that MacDonald had violated the protective injunction.
CHILDREN / ADDITIONAL VICTIMS
CHILDREN PRESENT — DOCUMENTED YES
PATTERNS DOCUMENTED IN AVAILABLE RECORDS
These indicators reflect what could be established from available sources. Absence from this list does not establish that a behavior did not occur.
LEGAL / SYSTEM RESPONSE
In September 2011, Konnie obtained a permanent domestic violence injunction against Lawrence Joseph MacDonald.
The injunction required MacDonald to surrender his firearms, remain at least 500 feet away from Konnie, and complete a certified batterers' intervention program within one year.
Court filings documented prior intimidation, including an incident in which MacDonald punched a hole in a wall and threatened Konnie.
In the month preceding her homicide, Konnie contacted 911 twice to report alleged violations of the protective order.
Collier County Sheriff's Office records also documented threatening statements MacDonald made during an earlier domestic disturbance investigation.
Following Konnie's death, detectives identified MacDonald as their sole person of interest but reported insufficient evidence to make an arrest.
In October 2013, while living in Nebraska, MacDonald was investigated after allegedly placing a towel around another girlfriend's neck and pulling it from behind during an argument. No charges were filed in that incident, according to the reporting.
In 2014, MacDonald relocated to North Dakota. His employer reported that MacDonald had made statements to coworkers suggesting involvement in Konnie's homicide. Local law enforcement also investigated separate allegations involving threats and property destruction.
MacDonald pleaded guilty to criminal mischief and resisting arrest in North Dakota and received two years of probation.
MacDonald died on January 2, 2015. The Collier County Sheriff's Office subsequently confirmed that Konnie's homicide remained an open and active investigation.
SOURCES
Sheriff kevin j rambosk arrest lawrence joseph macdonald for the murder of konnie bedell
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INFORMATION LIMITATIONS
The available sources establish Konnie's prior intimate relationship with MacDonald, their separation, documented domestic violence, a permanent protective injunction, reported violations of that injunction, and threats involving a firearm.
The record also documents threatening statements concerning homicide. However, the available reporting does not establish that MacDonald explicitly threatened to kill Konnie herself.
Although MacDonald was the sole person of interest and reportedly made statements suggesting involvement in her death, he was never charged or convicted. His responsibility for Konnie's homicide was not legally established.
The most recent official case status in the supplied reporting dates to January 2015. The investigation's present-day status has not been independently verified.
TRANSPARENCY / RECORD NOTE
Court records and Collier County Sheriff's Office reporting document a history of domestic violence involving Konnie and her former partner, Lawrence Joseph MacDonald.
In September 2011, Konnie obtained a permanent injunction requiring MacDonald to surrender firearms, maintain a distance of at least 500 feet, and complete a batterers' intervention program.
Court filings described threats and intimidation, including an incident in which MacDonald punched a hole in a wall and threatened Konnie. A firearm threat was also reported by MacDonald's former wife.
During the month preceding her homicide, Konnie contacted 911 twice to report alleged violations of the injunction.
Following her death, MacDonald remained the sole identified person of interest. Investigators reported insufficient evidence to make an arrest.
While living in North Dakota, MacDonald reportedly made statements suggesting involvement in Konnie's death. Others reported these statements, but they did not constitute a confession established in court.
MacDonald died on January 2, 2015, without being charged in the homicide.
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