Days before what would have been slain UW-Madison student Brittany Zimmermann's 22nd birthday Nov. 15, Madison police announced that a private reward fund for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for her death last April is now $14,000.
Zimmermann, who was found slain April 2 in her Doty Street apartment, planned to major in medical microbiology and immunology.
Kim Heeg, Zimmermann's aunt, thanked those who have contributed to the search for Zimmermann's killer in a statement released Wednesday.
Last year at this time Brittany was looking forward to celebrating her 21st birthday,"" Heeg said. ""We thank you for your ongoing support with the Brittany Zimmermann Reward Fund and we ask that you contact the Madison Area Crime Stoppers with any information that may be helpful in solving this case.""
Madison police urge anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at (608) 266-6014. In addition to the private fund, there is also a $1,000 reward available through Crime Stoppers.
Contributions to the private fund can be sent to: Brittany Zimmermann Reward Fund, c/o Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union, 302 W. Upham St., Marshfield, WI 54449.
