The state has announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the 2019 killing of a man in Meriden.
Francisco Huertas, 32, was shot multiple times and killed while standing outside a home on Allen Avenue around 11:45 a.m. on Aug. 11, 2019.
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WATCH HEREMeriden police have continued to investigate Huertas' death since the shooting, but so far, no arrests have been made.
Police are investigating new leads and Gov. Ned Lamont authorized the $50,000 reward at the request of state's attorney John Doyle Jr. Doyle and Meriden Police Chief Roberto Rosado hope the reward will renew interest in the case and that people with information will be willing to come forward.
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SIGN UP Huertas' family said Francisco was an extraordinary man. They described him as intelligent, hardworking and wise beyond his years.
"He carried himself with quiet strength and deep love for those around him," his family said. "No matter what he was going through, his family always came first. He made sure we were OK - always showing up, always protecting, always loving."
His family said he was a father, and "the bond he was building with his son was something beautiful."
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"Tragically, that bond was stolen," his family said. "My son was robbed of the chance to grow up with his father—to play with him, to learn from him, to be guided and loved by the man who should have been by his side. He’s now seven years old and has had to live every day of his young life without his father. That absence is something no child should have to endure."
"Francisco’s loss has left a hole in so many lives. The pain has touched countless hearts, and it continues to weigh heavily on us all. It has been almost six years since his life was taken, and still, those responsible are out there, living their lives like nothing happened," his family said.
Anyone who believes they may have information about the case is asked to contact Det. Sgt. Simonson of the Meriden Police Department at (203) 630-6318 or by emailing [email protected] or [email protected].
