LANSING, Mich. – This week, Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan is urging the public to come forward with any information that could assist in solving a 10-year-old cold case homicide and locating a man wanted for a parole violation. The Lansing Police Department’s Cold Case Unit is particularly focused on the unresolved 2013 murder of 39-year-old Matthew Straub, whose death remains a mystery.
On the morning of April 24, 2013, Straub was found shot to death inside his home on Fenton Street in Lansing. Prior to his death, he had confided in family members that he believed he was being robbed. The circumstances surrounding his death have led investigators to label the case as a cold homicide, and they are now calling for any new information that could shed light on what happened that fateful day.
Detectives from the Lansing Police Department are asking the public to come forward if they have any details, no matter how small, that could assist in their ongoing investigation. Those who provide tips can remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.
In addition to the cold case, Crime Stoppers is also seeking assistance in locating a man who is wanted for a parole violation. However, further details on this case have not been made available at this time.
The Crime Stoppers tip line remains open, and individuals are encouraged to contact (517) 483-STOP if they have any information that could help solve either of these cases. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and no personal identification is required. Crime Stoppers is committed to ensuring the safety and privacy of those who come forward with helpful information.
As time passes, the chances of solving cold cases like the one involving Matthew Straub grow slimmer, making the need for public involvement more critical than ever. With the potential for a monetary reward and the assurance of anonymity, authorities hope that members of the community will step forward to aid in bringing closure to these cases.
The investigation into Straub’s death continues, and authorities are holding out hope that new information might finally bring justice for the victim and his family.
