The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) is upping the ante in the long-unsolved homicide of Perry Bradstreet, who was tragically killed on January 18, 2002. In a recent statement, the SFPD announced a $100,000 reward for any information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individuals responsible for Bradstreet's death. The incident took place in the early hours of the morning, approximately at 2:30 AM, when Bradstreet was assaulted, his car hijacked, and then fatally shot as he attempted to escape his assailants; his vehicle was later found set on fire and left in the Oakdale Housing Project.
Following the attack, emergency responders made valiant efforts to save Bradstreet. Still, he succumbed to his injuries, the police are now revisiting the case, bolstering their efforts with the release of suspects' sketches, a reflection of their intensified commitment to bring closure to a case that has remained open for over two decades. According to the San Francisco Police Department, the motive behind the murder was robbery and carjacking; however, the perpetrators have yet to see justice.
Community members with any knowledge that could lead to the elusive resolution of this crime are encouraged to come forward. The SFPD made Official contact points readily available for tips and information. To confide potentially crucial information, individuals may contact the SFPD Homicide Detail directly at 415-553-1145 or communicate with the Department Operations Center at 415-553-1071 after hours. The SFPD has also established a 24-hour tip line at 415-575-4444 and offers the option to text a tip to TIP411, initiating messages with "SFPD." The department assures the anonymity of informants.
