CrimeStoppers offers $2K reward for information in Riverwalk Double Homicide case
A new development in the Riverwalk double homicide has been released by agencies. The development is a reward for any information regarding the case.
The case begun when detectives began their investigation when on December 3, 2022, around 2:00 P.M., Phenix City Police Department 9-1-1 received several shots fired calls coming from the Riverwalk, in the area of the 600 block of Riverview apartments.
Two male bodies were discovered by officers, which both suffered gunshot wounds. CARE Ambulance, Columbus Fire and EMS, Phenix City Fire Department, and the Russell County Coroner’s Office also responded to the scene.
The victims were identified as 32-year-old John Arthur Burkus and 40-year-old Darren “Darrelyn” T. Harris, Russell County Coroner Arthur Sumbry confirms with CNAW2NEWS.com.
Burkus was walking his girlfriend’s dog, named Charlotte, along the Riverwalk, when he reportedly came up on the shooting of Harris. Burkus was then shot as well. The dog was able to runaway during the gunfire, but was found alive and unharmed Sunday morning by family members.
Hours after a press conference today, December 5, Central Alabama CrimeStoppers is now currently offering a $2,000.00 cash reward being offered for information leading to the arrest of the suspect involved in this double homicide.
Investigators released a video of a person of interest and are requesting the public’s assistance in his identification and whereabouts. Anyone with additional information regarding this violent crime is asked to come forward.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please immediately call the Phenix City Police Department or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
If you need to remain anonymous call CrimeStoppers.
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