Brian Spaulding's unsolved murder case has $20K reward for information
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Brian Spaulding was murdered eight years ago in Portland, but police and his family have not given up their investigation.
The 36-year-old's family and friends raised a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for his death.
Rowena Fire burning in Wasco County was human-caused, wildland officials say
On June 12, 2017, Spaulding was found shot and killed in his apartment at NE 10th Avenue and Fremont Street by his father after he didn't show up for work.
'My mind was racing all the way over there, and went into the house and back to his room and found him shot to death,' George previously told KOIN 6 News. 'That's just a travesty. He was a victim of this. The senseless gun violence.'
A medical examiner determined that Spaulding's death was a homicide.
The Portland Police Bureau has an open investigation into the murder. To receive the $20,000 reward, informers should contact Detective Rico Beniga. Meanwhile, anonymous tips can be submitted through .
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