The unsolved murder of 40-year-old Derrick Denson during a home invasion in 2019 continues to haunt Butts County, Georgia. In a renewed push for clues, officials have increased the reward for information leading to an arrest to $15,000, reports FOX 5 Atlanta. Denson, a well-known radio DJ, was killed after multiple masked individuals entered his home on Shoemaker Street. They held Denson and another man at gunpoint, and Denson was fatally shot in the head during the incident.
The increase in reward money, which has climbed from the initial $5,000 offered right after the crime and followed by an increase to $10,000 by Crime Stoppers, now stands at $15,000, in what seems to be a desperate effort by authorities and the community to shed light on the brutal incident. According to details obtained by BNN Breaking News, at least 22 other people were injured in the home invasion, underscoring the severity of the attack.
The high-profile case has yet to see any arrests, and Butts County law enforcement, represented by Lt. Matt Munger and Captain Rick Gandee, continues to search for actionable leads. Remaining hopeful, authorities have reminded the public that tipsters will remain anonymous. They strongly encourage anyone with information to contact them at 770-775-8216.
The increased reward reflects not just the severity of the crime but also the solidarity of a community in pursuit of justice. Derrick Denson, remembered for his love of music and sports, now also symbolizes a quest for resolution and the ceaseless work of local authorities, as highlighted in reports by BNN Breaking News.
