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Reward for information on Samantha Humphrey’s disappearance grows as two-year mark nears

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Reward for information on Samantha Humphrey’s disappearance grows as two-year mark nears
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SCHENECTADY — As we approach the ‍two-year mark since the tragic disappearance of Samantha Humphrey, a teenager from Schenectady, her family ⁣remains resolute in their quest ​for justice. They are committed to keeping Samantha’s memory alive and her story at the forefront of the city’s consciousness.

On Black ​Friday 2022, Samantha, then 14,‍ was last seen in the Stockade neighborhood. This sparked a ​three-month-long police search, ​which⁣ ended tragically when her body was found in the Mohawk River on ‌February 22, 2023, near Riverside ​Park, the same location where she was last seen.

In October of the ⁣following year, the⁢ Humphrey family took ​a bold step ‍by ⁢renting two billboards on Erie Boulevard​ and Maxon Road. These billboards offered ‍a $10,000 reward​ for any​ information that could lead to an arrest in connection with Samantha’s ‍murder.

As the second anniversary of Samantha’s disappearance draws⁣ near, the family has shifted their focus from the billboard campaign to‌ distributing lawn signs. These signs feature Samantha’s photos and⁤ offer a‍ $20,000 reward for any information ‍that could help solve ⁢the case. ⁤The reward⁢ money comes from a generous $15,000 donation by Samantha’s grandfather, Louis⁢ Paravate, and an additional $5,000 ⁤raised through a GoFundMe campaign.

The lawn signs read, “Samantha Humphrey Was ‌Murdered‍ 11/25/22 ​- And Still, No⁤ Arrest” and ⁤“Two Years,⁣ Two Long.” They direct⁤ potential informants to the district attorney’s office ⁤and the ⁢Schenectady ⁤police tips line at ⁢518-788-6566.

“The billboards were a powerful​ statement, but they can⁢ only reach so many people. The lawn signs, ‌on the other hand, allow individuals who ⁣want to help to take a more active role,” said Jeff Humphrey, ‌Samantha’s father.⁣ “Our goal‍ is to⁣ touch people on a personal level and keep Samantha’s memory⁤ alive.”

Jeff ‌is hopeful‌ that ‌the increased reward ​could encourage someone ⁣to come ‌forward with crucial information that could⁤ lead ⁤to an arrest.

“There’s ⁤a chance that⁣ someone might remember something ⁣or someone who was younger at the time might now be old enough to understand the significance⁤ of what ⁤they know,” he said.

So far, the family ‍has ⁣distributed 100 lawn signs. They are available for a suggested donation of ‍$10 per sign to​ cover costs at tinyurl.com/SamHReward.

Jeff‌ commended ‌the Schenectady police for their ongoing support ⁢and⁣ availability‍ to answer questions regarding the case⁢ over the last two years.

“The investigation into Samantha Humphrey’s death is still active and ongoing,”‌ Schenectady Police ⁢Lt.⁢ Ryan Macherone said on Thursday.⁢ “We do not have any additional ‍updates to⁢ provide at⁤ this time.”

Despite the ongoing investigation, no‌ arrests have‍ been made‍ in the case. This has led to growing frustration⁤ within‌ the Humphrey family as ⁢they prepare to mark two years since ​Samantha’s ‌disappearance.

“There’s a growing anger about the lack of progress,⁤ but we understand that an arrest won’t bring Sam back,” Jeff said. “What’s‌ truly reckless is the city allowing a potential murderer to roam free. That’s a ⁤risk we can’t afford to take.”

Schenectady County District Attorney Robert Carney ‌confirmed that investigators‌ are operating under the assumption ⁢that Samantha was murdered. However, ⁤the autopsy results have complicated the case.

“The cause of death was ⁤ruled to be undetermined,” Carney said on Friday. “That doesn’t mean⁣ it’s not a⁤ homicide, it⁢ just means that ‍the cause of death couldn’t‍ be determined‌ solely from the medical tests conducted during⁤ and after the​ autopsy. In most cases, the autopsy results can clearly indicate whether the death was a homicide or‍ an accident. But in this case, they couldn’t make that determination. That doesn’t rule out the possibility of a homicide, it just complicates the case. ⁣It doesn’t prevent potential prosecution⁤ in the future, but it means that other evidence ​will be needed to‌ charge someone with homicide or any other ‌crime.”

The Humphrey family‌ will be holding a candlelight vigil on Nov. 29 at Riverside Park from 6:00 p.m. to ‍7:00 p.m., with a ‌16-minute vigil to‍ commemorate what would have⁢ been Samantha’s 16th birthday. Lawn signs will be distributed ‌in the Front Street Pool parking lot​ prior to the vigil.

Jeff Humphrey stated that the ‌lawn sign campaign will continue until⁤ an arrest is made.

“We won’t stop until justice is served,” he said. “If that‌ means covering the city of Schenectady with Samantha’s⁤ face, then so be ⁤it. That’s the path we’re committed to.”

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