$5,000 reward being offered in murder case

Investigation into Spinato homicide still underway

Kenneth “Kenny” Spinato was found dead in his home during the early morning hours of Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022. Investigators quickly determined Spinato had been a victim of homicide.

Three years later, no arrests have been made and the case remains open. Despite years of investigation by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI, the circumstances surrounding Spinato’s death remain a mystery.

Family and friends remain in mourning, holding onto hope for answers and justice. Authorities believe the breakthrough they need may come from the community itself. The sheriff’s office is once again urging residents to come forward with any information, no matter how minor it may seem.

Think back to August and September 2022:

•  Did you see anything in the area that was unusual or notice anyone you did not recognize in town during this time frame?
• Did you notice anyone who had unexplained injuries or a person’s sudden departure from the area? - Did you interact with anyone who seemed intensely interested in the case or maybe someone who took significant efforts to avoid talking about it?
• Did you observe anyone who seemed to have an abrupt change in mood, lifestyle, or appearance around this time?
• Do you know of anyone who bought, sold, or tried to give away a .40 caliber handgun around this time?
• Is there anything else that sticks out in your memory during that time period?

The investigation is still active and there is a $5,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the murder of Spinato. If you have any information, please contact the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office at (205) 932-3205 and request for Sheriff Byron Yerby or Investigator Branndon Collins.