On August 31, 2004, Susan Perkins was killed in Altamonte Springs, Florida, during a robbery and abduction. She had gone to help a friend at a day spa when an armed man entered the building, forced her and her friend into the trunk of Perkins’ car, and drove away. While trying to escape from the moving vehicle, Susan fell, struck her head on the pavement, and died of her injuries the following day.

The case remains unsolved and no suspects have been identified. Investigators note the chaotic aftermath of multiple hurricanes in 2004 likely reduced immediate attention to the crime. Perkins’ family continues to seek justice; law enforcement has renewed efforts and is offering a reward for information that could lead to an arrest. Her son remembers the devastating loss.

If anyone has information about what happened that night or saw anything unusual in Altamonte Springs around August 31, 2004, please come forward.