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Cash Rewards Offered For 7 Unsolved ‘Hot Cases’ In Rochester
Police in Rochester are trying to solve these 7 unsolved cases. Crime Stoppers is offering rewards in these 'hot cases.' Crime Stoppers is offering potential cash rewards for information about these individuals. Rewards are being offered.
The photos below are felony fugitives being sought by law enforcement agencies throughout Greater Rochester. You can earn a reward if you provide information leading to the arrest of any of these fugitives. You are not required to testify.
If you have information about any of the most wanted you can contact Crime Stoppers at (585) 423-9300.
1. Unsolved Quadruple Murder - Michael Royal Jr., Jennifer Leasure, Lachelle Powell, and Michael Adams
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
On January 10, 2016, just before midnight, RFD responded to a house fire on Leighton Avenue. During the course of their duties, the fireman who responded, located the bodies of four victims. Michael Royal Jr (28), Jennifer Leasure (29), Lachelle Powell (22), and Michael Adams (45) were found murdered inside the home.
2. Unsolved Murder - William “Keith” Booker
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
William “Keith” Booker, a retired Rochester Police Officer was killed at 2:00 am, almost one year ago on September 25, 2022, in the area of 581 Jefferson Ave.
3. Unsolved Murder - James Hallenbeck
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
On August 21, 2022, James Hallenbeck went for an early morning walk near his home. While walking in the area of Olean St, James was shot and died from his injuries. The Rochester Police Department Major Crimes Unit and the family of James Hallenbeck are seeking assistance from the public.
4. Unsolved Murder - Mark Smith
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
Mark Smith was shot to death on August 12, 2021, in a home on Maryland Street.
5. Unsolved Murder - Willie Carter
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
On June 19, 2020, at 1:00 am, Willie Carter was shot and killed as he exited a corner store located at 1226 N. Clinton Avenue. As of this date, this murder remains unsolved.
6. Missing Person - Tommy Williams
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
Tommy Williams has been missing from his home since February 2nd, 2022 at approximately 2:30 pm. As of last month, his family is still looking for answers in his disappearance. Williams was last seen in the area of Garson Ave. and Chamberlain St. on February 2nd, 2022 at approximately 2:30 pm. He was wearing a Nike hooded sweatshirt (red upper/dark blue lower) and a fluorescent orange winter cap with ripped blue jeans.
7. Unsolved Murder - Rashad Byrd
Cash Reward: Yes (No amount mentioned)
Rashad Byrd was found dead from a gunshot wound in his vehicle on Brown Street on October 26, 2021. The deadly shooting took place after an altercation at 515 Portland Avenue.
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