Binghamton Police increase reward in Aliza Spencer case
Aliza Spencer Friendship Day honors legacy of murdered Binghamton student
Binghamton Police have announced an increase in the reward being offered for information that would lead to a conviction in the homicide case. The reward now stands at $50,000.
Aliza was walking with her father and brother on Bigelow Street near their home shortly after 10 p.m. on April 21, 2022 when a shot came from an unknown direction striking the 6th grader in the chest. Binghamton Police have been assisted by the FBI and New York State Police with the investigation into Spencer's death.
Funding for the initial reward of $32,000 was supported by a GoFundMe campaign. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Binghamton Detectives at 607-772-7080.
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