In 2013, 25-year-old Kyle Byrtus was found murdered on the side of the road. For the past nearly ten years, his mother has spent her days fighting for justice — and recently, she learned that justice may not be as far out of reach as once thought.
Courtesy of Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers
Episode Info
If you know anything about the murder of Kyle Byrtus in 2013, please reach out to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous.
Young Kyle (center) with his great grandmother and cousins. Courtesy: Lynne Kreger
Kyle with his family’s dog, Jax. Courtesy: Lynne Kreger
Kyle and his parents at his high school graduation in 2006. Courtesy: Lynne Kreger
An undated photo of Kyle. Courtesy: Lynne Kreger
A billboard sponsored by Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers that was put up in hopes of drawing in tips. Courtesy: Lynne Kreger
An article published by the News-Press on April 8th, 2017, about Lynne’s search for answers in Kyle’s murder. (1 of 2) Courtesy: News-Press
An article published by the News-Press on April 8th, 2017, about Lynne’s search for answers in Kyle’s murder. (2 of 2) Courtesy: News-Press
Episode Source Material
- Sheriff Carmine Marceno Presents Seeking Closure, Lee County’s Cold Cases (podcast from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office): episode 3.
- News-Press: Family taps social media to find killer, by The News-Press staff.
- News-Press: Woman searches for answers in son’s death, by Melissa Montoya.
- News-Press: Few details in death.
- News-Press: Reward increased for info on 2013 Lehigh slaying.
- News-Press: Family increased reward on slaying.