The Madison Police Department placed posters around the Bassett Neighborhood Saturday urging residents to call Crime Stoppers to report information related to the homicide of UW-Madison student Brittany Zimmermann.
A cash reward of up to $1,000 is available for information leading to the arrest of Zimmermann's killer. According a police report, investigators have received more than 200 tips in the Zimmermann case so far. Additionally, approximately 25 new tips have come in regarding the unsolved homicide investigation of Joel Marino, who was stabbed to death Jan. 28.
Police said similarities exist between the two cases, most notably both Marino and Zimmermann were attacked in their homes during the daytime.
While the homicides occurred approximately a mile apart, police also said there are differences in the cases. For example, police found signs of forced entry at Zimmermann's residence but none in the Marino case.
Police said both investigations remain very active.""
