By: Laura Soukkavong –
Federal investigators renewed their appeal for information in the unsolved murder of Assistant U.S. Attorney Thomas Wales as the case reached its 25th anniversary. Wales was shot October 11, 2001, while using a computer in the basement of his Seattle home.
The Justice Department and National Association of Former U.S. Attorneys are offering a $2.5 million reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Officials said the investigation remains active and continues to receive tips.
The task force includes the FBI, Seattle police, federal prosecutors and the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Investigators are also using evolving technology to pursue leads.
Anyone with information can contact the FBI confidentially at 206-622-0460 or walestips@fbi.gov. Officials urged people with knowledge of the shooting to come forward.