£20k reward for information over unsolved 1994 murder in Woking

In 1994 33 year old Karen Reed was shot five times at close range in the hallway of her home

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 1st May 2024

The charity Crimestoppers is offering a £20,000 reward in return for vital information about those responsible for a 30 year old unsolved murder in Woking.

In 1994 33 year old Karen Reed was shot five times at close range in the hallway of her home along Willow Way on The Barnaby Estate in Woking.

She answered her front door to a man appearing to be a delivery driver who was holding a blue and white pizza box, at around 9.15pm on Saturday 30 April.

Ms Reed told him that she hadn’t ordered anything. He then asked what address the house was. When she replied, he opened fire.

An ambulance was called by a friend also at the property, but sadly Karen died at the scene.

It's believed that this murder was carried out by a professional contract killer and that Karen was the innocent victim of mistaken identity.

The gunman was described as being tall with dark hair and wearing glasses.

Mick Duthie is the Director of Operations at Crimestoppers:

"“We are offering up to £20,000 as we know someone, somewhere knows who was behind Karen’s callous murder, and with the passage of time, we hope they will now come forward.

“Karen was an innocent victim of a calculated and cold murder which happened in a place that should have been safe, her home. We would like to see justice for Karen, her family and friends.

“If you prefer not to speak directly to the police or to give your personal details, remember our charity’s unique service, which guarantees your complete anonymity.

“Crimestoppers has been taking crime information since our charity began over 35 years ago. Every day over 2,000 people contact us online and over the phone. The information we receive makes a huge difference in keeping communities safe. Together, we can help bring justice after all these years for Karen.”

Crimestoppers is available 24/7 on 0800 555 111 or you can complete an anonymous online form.

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