Kurt Van Dyke, a Californian surfing legend, was recently found dead under his bed. When speaking with The California Post during a recent interview, Peter Van Dyke, Kurt's brother, claimed his brother's murder was more than just a "random break in."
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"There are people who like him and there are people who don't," Peter said. "It was more nefarious."
Peter then continued by discussing the ongoing police investigation in Costa Rica, where his brother's murder took place.
"Law enforcement is not letting anything out," Peter continued. "Costa Rica isn't like it was 15 years ago. There's a lot of murder, a lot of thievery."
Kurt was well known in Costa Rica. He'd spent decades running a humble hotel in Puerto Viejo. He arrived in the area during the 1980s, initially impressing as an elite surfer, earning himself the nickname of "The King."
"The town where the killing occurred is usually considered safe, and the incident sent shockwaves through the community," The New York Post reported.
Kurt wasn't the only talented surfer in his family. His father, Gene, and his mother, Betty were both high level surfers during their heydays, making names for themselves during the 50s and 60s.
Costa Rica's Chamber of Tourism and Commerce Have Issued a Statement on Kury Van Dyke's Passing
As you would expect, the murder of Kurt Van Dyke has created quite a stir in Costa Rica. Following the news, Roger Sams, president of Costa Rica's Southern Caribbean Chamber of Tourism and Commerce issued a statement, per the San Francisco Chronicle.
"I am deeply saddened," Sams said. "We've had a long period of calm and tranquility. ... This shocks and saddens us because the Caribbean has been so peaceful."
According to news reports, Kurt's girlfriend Arroyo, was zip-tied and beaten during the break in. The armed intruders are reported to have secured valuables from the couples home, including their car.
Arroyo was not seriously injured during the incident.
The investigation in Kurt's death, and what led to their home being targeted is still on-going. Currently, no further details regarding the incident or investigation have been released to the public.
