Montoursville, PA – Authorities in Pennsylvania are renewing efforts to solve a decades-old homicide case, offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police, Troop F, investigators continue to seek answers in the death of Edward Baluta, whose remains were discovered more than 30 years ago. On September 7, 1992, partial skull remains were found in Fairfield Township, Lycoming County. Authorities determined the case to be a homicide.
The remains were later identified as belonging to Baluta, a 47-year-old man from Hazleton, Luzerne County. Police records show Baluta was reported missing to Hazleton Police on May 27, 1992. He was last seen four days earlier, on May 23.
Investigators said Baluta’s vehicle, a white Honda sedan, was spotted months later on September 11, 1992, in Lower Yoder Township near Johnstown, Cambria County. Despite the discovery, the homicide remains unsolved.
State police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted to PSP Montoursville at (570) 368-5700, through the toll-free PSP Tips line at 1-800-472-8477, or online at p3tips.com.
Authorities note that callers providing information could be eligible for the cash reward if their tips lead to an arrest or help close the case.
This renewed call for assistance underscores the ongoing efforts of Pennsylvania law enforcement to bring closure to cold cases and justice for victims’ families.
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