$6K reward for information on North Fort Myers murder

Eric Duff, 32, of North Fort Myers / Photo via Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers

NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. The reward for information leading to an arrest for the murder of a 32-year-old man has increased, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers said.

The original reward was $1,000, according to Crime Stoppers, but the victim’s family has increased it by $5,000.

Eric Duff was shot and killed on Feb. 8 in his home on 5886 Guest Court.

“We are confident that there are multiple people who know exactly what happened that night, but for whatever reason have not been forthcoming with information to detectives,” Crime Stoppers Coordinator Trish Routte said.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers by using the P3Tips app, clicking here or calling 1-800-780-TIPS.

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