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5 Years On: Unsolved Janness Murder Ignites Park Vigil
27 Jul
Summary
- Five years have passed since Katie Janness and her dog Bowie were murdered.
- The Atlanta Police Department continues to investigate, focusing on DNA evidence.
- The reward for information leading to an arrest has been increased to $25,000.
Five years ago, on a July night in 2021, Katie Janness and her dog Bowie were fatally stabbed in Piedmont Park. As of July 2026, the case remains tragically unsolved, prompting friends and family to gather for a vigil marking the five-year anniversary.
The Atlanta Police Department continues its diligent investigation into the double homicide. Authorities are reportedly focusing on DNA evidence in their efforts to identify and apprehend the perpetrator.
In an effort to spur new leads, the reward for information leading to an arrest has been raised to $25,000. Friends describe the anniversary as a painful time, expressing frustration over the lack of closure and the fear that the violent offender may strike again.
Loved ones are urging the public to come forward with any information, no matter how small, that might help solve the case. They emphasize the importance of remembering Katie's vibrant life, not just the tragic circumstances of her death, as they persist in their pursuit of justice.
