William Michael Sharkey, 49, was found dead on October 24, 1998, in the trunk of his car on National Park Drive in Upper Mount Bethel Township, Pennsylvania, about 16 miles from his home in Pocono Township where he lived with his wife and son. A former professional boxer from Howard Beach, Queens, he had retired and relocated to Pocono Township.

Sharkey’s car had been set on fire; he had been shot and also suffered severe injuries from the blaze. Despite extensive investigations, no arrests have been made and the homicide remains unsolved. The Pennsylvania State Police have periodically asked the public for help, including appeals through Crime Stoppers, but no significant breakthroughs have been reported.

His family and the community continue to seek answers. If anyone has information about William Sharkey, the scene on National Park Drive, or people seen in the area around October 24, 1998, please come forward.