6 months later, Woodland murder remains unsolved

    A Woodland man’s murder still remains unsolved over half a year later. Your help is needed in solving this Crimestoppers Crime of the Month.     During the early afternoon hours of Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2008, Darrel Smith was shot to death inside his workshop located next to his home on the Thomas Road in Woodland. State Police believe robbery may have been the motive as the victim’s wallet and a safe were not found at the scene.
    Detective Sargent John Cote of the Maine State Police also believe a Smith’s homicide may be linked to a series of daytime robberies which occurred throughout Aroostook and Penobscot counties dating back to 2006. Cote says the Smith case is the only one he’s aware of where a resident was home at the time of the robbery.
    No suspects have been named, and Cote warns residents to secure their property when they’re not at home, secure vehicles when not in them and just be aware of what’s going on around them in their neighborhood.
    Cote says state police have recovered some additional evidence in the case. He adds a reward of $30,000 is being offered as well as the regular Crimestoppers award.
    If you have any information on this crime or any other crime, call the Aroostook County Crimestoppers at 1-800-638-8477 (1-800-638-TIPS). You do not have to give your name. Anyone providing information this month that leads to a grand jury indictment on this crime is eligible for a one thousand dollars award.