Huge Reward Offered In Madison Cold Case Murder

MADISON, CT — Gov. Ned Lamont has authorized a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the 2010 killing of Barbara Hamburg in Madison, officials announced Tuesday.

John P. Doyle, Jr., State’s Attorney for the Judicial District of New Haven, and Madison Police Chief John Drumm said they hope the reward will generate new leads in the cold case. The officials expressed appreciation for Lamont’s support and his continued commitment to crime victims and their families.

Hamburg, 48, was found murdered in the yard of her Madison home on March 3, 2010. The Madison Police Department, assisted by the Connecticut State Police Central District Major Crime Squad and the State Division of Scientific Services Forensic Science Laboratory, conducted an extensive investigation, but no arrests have been made.

The case was explored in a 2020 HBO series, "Murder On Middle Beach."

With the 15th anniversary of Hamburg’s death, Doyle submitted a request for the governor’s approval of the reward, which he and Drumm believe could help bring forward individuals with crucial information.

"The public should not underestimate the importance of what they may know," the officials said in a statement. "Even seemingly minor details could help investigators solve this case."

Hamburg, survived by two children, is remembered fondly by family and friends.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Madison Police Department at 9 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 06443, or call (203) 245-6500.