Reward Offered In Lawrence Edwards Homicide Investigation

The Utica Police Department is teaming up with with Mohawk Valley Crime Stoppers.

Chief Mark Williams says the first case they will be highlighting is the murder of Lawrence Edwards, who was found shot dead inside a car on Rutger Street on May 7th.

Williams says thanks to a start-up pledge from an anonymous local organization, as reward of $2,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of whomever is responsible for Edwards' murder.

Anyone with information on the case can leave an anonymous tip on the Crime Stoppers website or call their tip-line at 1-866-730-8477.

Residents will be able to provide tips on any crimes

The Rome Police Department has also announced a partnership with Crime Stoppers.