Thirty-six years have passed since someone stabbed Janet Couture in the chest and killed her.
Her body was discovered just after 8 a.m. on Oct. 13, 1973 in her Cannon Road apartment and officials are hoping a new infusion of cash and interviews with “persons of interest” will lead them to her killer.
The reward was increased from $20,000 to $50,000, Gov. M. Jodi Rell said.
“Detectives are hoping the increased reward will prompt someone to come forward with new information,” said Deputy Police Chief John Murphy of the Criminal Investigations Bureau.
Detectives recently began reviewing case evidence that detectives compiled over the last 36 years and the state’s forensic lab has been examining evidence collected from the crime scene.
“We’re hopeful the $50,000 reward will spark new interest in the case and finally give the victim’s family closure to this horrific crime,” said Detective Ellen Stoldt.
If you have any information regarding the murder of Janette Couture, you are encouraged to contact East Hartford Police Detective Ellen Stoldt at 860-291-7524. You can also contact our confidential tip line at 860-289-9134.
