Memphis Man Murdered in 2001 Cold Case
The murder of Larry Vinson, a U.S. Postal Service Contract Driver, has gone unsolved for over two decades. Vinson was killed on January 2, 2001, outside the United States Postal Service Mail Annex near the Memphis airport.
Investigations determined that Vinson was murdered during the commission of a robbery. Now, with potential new leads and advances in DNA technology, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Tennessee, and the Shelby County District Attorney General’s Office are working to bring justice to Vinson’s family.
A reward of up to $100,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for Vinson’s murder.
Anyone with information about the January 2, 2001, murder of Larry Vinson at 3510 Winchester Road, should call the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 1-877-876-2455 or Memphis Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.
The case remains a priority for law enforcement, and investigators are confident that there are members of the public who can provide critical information to help solve this murder.
Larry Vinson’s murder is a tragic reminder of the importance of community involvement in solving crimes. The Grimy Times urges anyone with information to come forward and help bring justice to Vinson’s family.
Key Facts
- State: Tennessee
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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