1 Year After Artist's Murder, Police Renew Call For Public's Help

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – One year after a prominent Minneapolis artist was murdered in her home, police are asking for the public's help in the investigation.

The Minneapolis Police Department posted a video to YouTube Friday updating the public on the ongoing investigation of the homicide of 68-year-old Susan Spiller, which occurred just over a year ago on July 16, 2015.

Police found Spiller dead in her home with the door forced open.

Spiller was a well-known artist and activist in the Twin Cities, serving on the board of the Lind-Bohanon Neighborhood Association and Northside Arts Collective. She was primarily a glass artist.

Shortly after her death, the Hennepin County Medical Examiner said she died of "complex homicidal violence."

In the MPD's video, homicide detective Sgt. Darcy Klund says the police are looking for the community's help in finding Spiller's killer.

"It's still very active," Klund said. "What we need to,I guess, bring it more to the forefront is we need some fresh information, as far as a suspect, and we're looking for the community to help us with that."

Klund says police have interviewed numerous people and canvassed Spiller's neighborhood. He also said the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is assisting with the investigation.

Klund asked for people to start conversations about Spiller's death to see if any new details emerge.

"She was a very vibrant person in the community," he said. "A lot of people knew her. A lot of people are upset at her passing."

If you have any information about Spiller's death, please contact MPD. Police said you could be eligible for a cash reward.