ATF, USMS increase reward to $25,000 in unsolved 2011 Canton Homicide

CANTON, OH — The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, in partnership with the U.S. Marshals Service, has increased the reward to $25,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the individual(s) responsible for the 2011 murder of Dale A. Settle, Jr.

While attending a Bible study Sept. 22, 2011, in the 600 block of Hazlett Avenue NW in Canton, Ohio, 22-year-old Dale A. Settle, Jr. was approached by two unidentified suspects who attempted to rob him at gunpoint. During the attempted robbery, one of the suspects shot Settle. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

ATF is increasing its previously announced reward from $10,000 to $15,000, and USMS is contributing an additional $10,000, bringing the total reward to $25,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for this homicide.

"With this renewed reward offer, ATF and the U.S. Marshals Service believe this senseless act of violence can still be brought to a successful resolution,” said ATF Special Agent in Charge Jorge A. Rosendo. “We remain committed to seeking justice for Dale Settle and providing answers for his family. We encourage anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward."

“This horrific crime has impacted a family for far too long. The U.S. Marshals Service stands with our partners at ATF and the Canton Police Department and remains committed to using every available resource to bring those responsible to justice,” said Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal Brian Fitzgibbon.

“I know I speak for the Canton community in expressing our appreciation to the ATF and the USMS for their support in the ongoing investigation of this homicide,” said Canton Police Chief John Gabbard. “Any loss of life is tragic, and the effect on families and communities is amplified when homicides are unresolved. We are still actively investigating this case and the reward increase is welcome news.”

Anyone who has information about this incident should contact ATF at 1-888-ATF-TIPS (888-283-8477). Individuals may also email ATFTips@atf.gov, or go to www.atf.gov/contact/atf-tips. Tips may also be submitted by using the ReportIt® app, available on both Google Play and the Apple App Store, or by visiting www.reportit.com.

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