Crime Stoppers of Wichita Falls needs your help to solve a cold case homicide, according to a media release.
John Richter was found dead June 8, 1997, in his room at the Trade Winds Motel in the 1200 block of Broad Street, according to a Crime Stoppers media release and Times Record News archives.
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The 50-year-old man was from Saginaw, Texas, according to TRN archives. Police probed the case as a homicide and a robbery.
The last time Richter was seen alive was at a pool party at the motel, according to TRN archives.
Police have very little information about this crime and could use your help.
Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to $10,000 if a tip leads to an arrest and the board approves the reward.
If you have any information on this felony crime or any other, call Crime Stoppers at 940-322-9888, 24 hours a day.
The number for long-distance callers is 800-322-9888.
You never have to give your name when giving a tip, according to wfcrime.com.
You can also submit a tip on the Crime Stoppers of Wichita Falls’ website.
In addition, residents can download the P3 Intel app to their Apple and Android phones to provide tips to the authorities on fugitives and crimes.
Trish Choate, enterprise watchdog reporter for the Times Record News, covers education, courts, breaking news, politics and more. Contact Trish with news tips at tchoate@gannett.com. Her Twitter handle is @Trishapedia.
