The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office has reignited public attention to the unsolved case of Anthony Lamar Peterson, a 14-year-old whose life was tragically cut short 20 years ago. His body was found in Deep Creek in Hastings, and he had been reported missing during a family visit in Putnam County. Two decades have passed, yet the truth behind Peterson's death remains shrouded in mystery, with his family still desperately seeking closure.
In their latest attempt to potentially solve this enduring cold case, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office took to social media, urging anyone with information about Peterson's death to come forward. The call to action was clear: "If you have information about Peterson's death, please contact SJCSO." They have provided several avenues for individuals to submit information, including email at [email protected] and a non-emergency line. Additionally, tips can still be reported anonymously to Crime Stoppers via their website or by calling 1-888-277-TIPS.
The persistent quest for answers recently led Major Crimes Sergeant Gene Tolbert to discuss the Peterson case on the "Dealing Justice Podcast."
The Sheriff's Office's plea for information was driven by more than just a desire to solve a case; it's a commitment to a family still ravaged by the loss of their child, a community still haunted by unanswered questions. Anyone with insights or details is strongly encouraged to help bring resolution to a case that has lingered too long without answers. "Its been 20 years since the body of 14-year-old Anthony Lamar Peterson was discovered," the post from the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office read.
