BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Crime Stoppers Western New York is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of a homicide suspect.
Authorities say 49-year-old Rickey Crouch is the suspect in the homicide that happened on Thursday at 645 South Ogden. They say Crouch should be considered armed and dangerous.
A $7,500 reward is now being offered for information that leads to an arrest or indictment.
If you have any information, you're asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 716-867-6161, or you can submit a tip using the Crime Stoppers app "Buffalo Tips."
City officials held a press conference on Thursday afternoon to provide further information. You can watch the press conference and find more details below.
Police said officers responded to the report of a person shot on South Ogden, and the investigation was turned over to the homicide unit after a 44-year-old Amanda Thompson died from her injuries.
According to police, Crouch was previously in a "domestic relationship" with the Thompson. Police said in May, Crouch was arrested in connection with an alleged burglary at Thompson's home. He was released on his own recognizance after he was taken into custody. Shortly after that, police said there was also a criminal contempt arrest after Crouch allegedly violated an order of protection. He was released on $50,000 bail in this case, although the DA's office requested that he not be released.
Investigators said Crouch has a previous homicide conviction and was released early from parole in 2023.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. A list of local resources can be found here:
Family Justice Center
(716) 558-7233
Erie Co. Child and Family Services
(716) 884-6000
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
