by: Nefertiti Jaquez, WSBTV.com Updated: Jun 23, 2017 - 6:24 AM <\/p>\n
SOUTH FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - Investigators are working to solve the 20-year-old murder of a woman killed in her home. <\/p>\n
Lorrie Smith, 28, was found dead of a gunshot wound at her home on Stonewall Tell Road on May 25, 1997. <\/p>\n
Her father said he found her body when he went to wake her up for church. <\/p>\n
I opened the door and there she was in her blood on the floor. I thought that was the end of me right there, James Smith said. <\/p>\n
WSBTVs Nefertiti Jaquez walked through the room with investigators Thursday night. <\/p>\n
Jaquez also got an exclusive look at the case files and evidence photos taken the day Lorrie Smith was found shot to death. <\/p>\n
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The Fulton County police departments forensic specialist says its clear the victim fought for her life. <\/p>\n
We know based on the crime scene itself and the struggle. We know the offender was injured. We know there was evidence that was left that gave us a DNA profile, Helen Weathers said. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Using new technology, investigators developed an image of the suspect in the case. <\/p>\n
They have photos of what they believe he looked like at the time of the murder as well as what they believe he looks like now. <\/p>\n
Police said despite the DNA and photos, they still arent sure who they are seeking. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
He was in prison and released before CODIS (Combined DNA Index System) was mandated for convicted felons. He never committed another crime or he could be dead, Lt. Roger Peace said. <\/p>\n
Lorrie Smiths father just wants closure. <\/p>\n
Theres not a day that goes by that I dont think about her, James Smith said. <\/p>\n
The family has put up an $11,000 reward. <\/p>\n
If you know something that could help solve this crime, callCrimeStoppers at 404-577-8477. You can remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward. <\/p>\n
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