Janet Couture
NEWS RELEASE
Governor M. Jodi Rell has recently announced that she has increased the reward from $20,000 to $50,000 in connection with the unsolved murder of Janet Couture which took place in her East Hartford apartment 36 years ago. Governor Rell is hoping to raise public awareness about this terrible unsolved murder. The reward has been offered for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the murder of Janet Couture.
“Detectives are hoping the increased reward will prompt someone to come forward with new information,” said Deputy Police Chief John Murphy of the Criminal Investigations Bureau.
Detectives recently began reviewing case evidence complied by detectives over the last 36 years. Detectives have also resumed interviewing “persons of interest.” The state’s forensic lab has also begun to examine the evidence collected from the crime scene.
“We’re hopeful the $50,000 reward will spark new interest in the case and finally give the victim’s family closure to this horrific crime,” said Detective Ellen Stoldt.
If you have any information regarding the murder of Janet Couture, you are encouraged to contact East Hartford Police Detective Ellen Stoldt at 860-291-7524. You can also contact our confidential tip line at 860-289-9134.
Officer Hugo Benettieri Public Information Officer East Hartford Police Department 31 School Street East Hartford, CT. 06108 860-291-7551 fax: 860-289-1249
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