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The City of Spartanburg is launching a major initiative to resolve unsolved homicide cases by providing rewards for information leading to arrests. A total of $55,000 is being offered for information regarding four specific cases, including the recent murder of 15-year-old Raheim Taree Kelly, the 2015 murder of Markeith Tracy, a 1993 triple homicide of the Johnson family, and the 2007 murder of Crystal Bradshaw. The program aims to foster community engagement in seeking justice and closure for affected families.
Spartanburg – The City of Spartanburg has announced a substantial initiative to combat unsolved homicides by offering rewards for information that could lead to the identification and capture of suspects in several murder cases, both current and historical. This measure aims to encourage community involvement in providing leads and testimony that could assist law enforcement agencies in solving these tragic cases.
A reward of up to $5,000 is available for information related to the murder of Raheim Taree Kelly, a 15-year-old who was fatally shot on Bethel Street in the early hours of June 27, 2025. Tips concerning this case will be considered for the reward if they result in the identification, arrest, or conviction of those responsible for Kelly’s death. The Spartanburg Police Department is encouraging anyone with relevant information to reach out to Investigator C. Ryant at (864) 594-7266 or via email at [email protected]. Anonymity is preserved for those who opt to submit tips through Crime Stoppers at 1 (888) CRIME-SC (274-6372) or by visiting the Spartanburg Crime Stoppers website.
Furthermore, the Spartanburg Police Department has increased the reward for tips in the unsolved murder case of Markeith Tracy, who was shot and killed in October 2015 along Carlise Street. The reward now stands at $15,000 for information leading to an arrest. Investigators hope that increased financial incentives will motivate individuals with knowledge about this incident to come forward. Those with insights can contact either the Spartanburg Police at 864-596-2065, the City Crime Tip Line at 864-573-0000, or Crime Stoppers.
In another significant case, authorities are offering a $10,000 reward in connection with the unsolved triple homicide involving the Johnson family, which occurred on January 9, 1993. Victims Thomas Johnson (81), Mary Johnson (77), and their son David Johnson (43) were discovered murdered in their home in Clifton, suffering from multiple stab wounds. As technology has advanced, new DNA evidence is now being analyzed, prompting Sheriff Chuck Wright to urge witnesses to come forward. Reports regarding this case can be directed to Investigator Diane Lestage at 864-503-4556 or via email at [email protected].
The Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office is also focusing on the unsolved homicide of Crystal Bradshaw, a 28-year-old woman found dead in her Boiling Springs home on June 3, 2007. A reward of $25,000 has been established for tips related to her murder. Reports indicate that she might have been killed on June 2, and a suspicious individual was seen in her carport before her home caught fire. Investigators are requesting that anyone with information, regardless of its perceived significance, reach out to Investigator Diane Lestage at 864-503-4556.
These reward programs are part of a larger community effort aimed at bringing closure to victims’ families and restoring a sense of safety and security to Spartanburg residents. By encouraging the public to share any knowledge they might have about these cases, law enforcement hopes to solve these longstanding mysteries and bring justice to the families affected.
Each of these cases highlights the tragic impact of gun violence and homicide within the community. Law enforcement agencies continue to stress the importance of community engagement in solving these crimes, underscoring that even the smallest piece of information could be crucial in bringing perpetrators to justice.
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- WSPA: Reward Offered for Information on Teen Shot Killed in Spartanburg Co.
- Wikipedia: Crime in the United States
- Fox Carolina: $15,000 Reward Offered for Information on Unsolved 2015 Homicide in Spartanburg
- Google Search: Unsolved Homicides South Carolina
- WYFF: $25,000 Reward for Information to Solve 2007 Crystal Bradshaw Homicide
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Homicide
- WJCL: South Carolina Triple Murder Cold Case
- Google News: Crime Solving Community Engagement
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