BYRAM – Authorities are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest in the death of William Boland, who was found at a Byram hotel in July 2025.
The Byram Police Department and Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers are asking the public for help as the homicide investigation continues.
What we know about the William Boland homicide investigation
Officers responded to the Extended Stay Hotel on Interstate 55 Frontage Road South around 3:08 p.m. July 16, 2025, after receiving a report of a deceased person.
Police found a man lying in a pool of blood. He was later identified as Boland.
According to Crime Stoppers, investigators observed multiple bruises and abrasions that appeared consistent with a physical assault. The Hinds County Coroner’s Office responded and took custody of his body.
On Aug. 28, 2025, the Mississippi State Medical Examiner’s Office determined that Boland died from blunt force trauma and ruled his death a homicide.
Central Mississippi Crime Stoppers said the reward includes up to $2,500 from the organization and an additional $7,500 from an anonymous donor.
Anyone with information that could help investigators is asked to call 601-355-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip through the P3 Tips website .
Information leading to an arrest could qualify for a reward of up to $10,000.
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