$50,000 Reward Offered to Assist Murder Investigation

February 27, 2006

What:
News conference to request the public’s help in solving the murder of Michael Romo.

When:
Thursday, March 2, 2006
10:00 AM

Where:
Northeast Community Police Station
3353 San Fernando Road
Los Angeles, CA 90065

Who:
Captain Morris T. Smith, Commanding Officer Northeast Area
Northeast Detectives
Victim’s family members

Why:
Detectives are requesting the public’s assistance to help solve the murder of 19-year-old Michael Romo, who was shot and killed in the Atwater Village Area. Detectives will announce the offer of a $50,000 reward, approved by Councilmember Eric Garcetti and the Los Angeles City Council, for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects responsible for the murder.

Photographs of the victim will be on display.