Crime Stoppers: 1981 Murder Of Johnnie Mack Salyer

  • Wednesday, July 29, 2015

Crime Stoppers, the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and The Cold Case Unit are seeking information on the murder of Johnnie Mack Salyer.

On June 3, 1981, a steel drum was recovered from the Chickamauga Lake near 9000 Rocky Point Road in north Hamilton County Tennessee. Mr. Salyer’s body was found inside the steel drum. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office ruled his death a homicide and are searching for leads and anyone with information regarding the murder of Mr.

Salyer. Officials said, "Please help the investigators bring closure to the family."

If anyone has information regarding the murder of Johnnie Mack Salyer, they should call Crime Stoppers. A confidential call could result in a cash reward. Call Crime Stoppers at 423 698-3333.

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