Homicide of Joseph Mackanesi - Stratford - July 28, 1990 - $5,000 Reward

The Town of Stratford is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the homicide of Joseph Mackanesi.

On July 28, 1990, at approximately 2:00 a.m. Mr. Mackanesi, age 32, flagged down a police patrol car near the intersection of Soundview and Barnum Avenues in Stratford.

Mr. Mackanesi reported that he had been shot by two black males that had attempted to rob him. Mr. Mackanesi was transported to the hospital where he later expired. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the cause of death was a gunshot wound.

Mr. Mackanesi was employed in the local area as a truck driver and food salesman prior to his death.

If you think you know this individual or can provide any information about this incident:

* Call the Stratford Police Department at 203-385-4100.
* Call the Cold Case Unit tip line at 860-548-0606 or toll-free at 1-866-623-8058.
* Write to the Cold Case Unit, P.O. Box 962, Rocky Hill, CT 06067