BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) – The Burke family publicly seeks the whereabouts of Alex Uthoff, the suspect in their daughter Samantha’s fatal motorcycle crash from May.
Samantha Burke, 17, died in a motorcycle accident on May 29, at approximately 10:29 p.m. at 29th Street and Pine. Authorities reported that Uthoff was driving recklessly and was intoxicated at the time of the crash.
Kristina Burke recalled hearing about the accident through a mobile alert while in her home. “It said motorcycle accident… the girl is unresponsive,” she recounted.
The Burkes described Samantha as a loving presence in their family, stating, “To know Sam was to love Sam.”
Authorities are actively searching for Uthoff, who remains at large six months after the incident. The Burkes appeal to the community for assistance in locating him.
“If you are watching this, Alex, be a man and turn yourself in,” Michael Burke said. “You made a mistake, own up to it.”
Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information on Uthoff’s location. Individuals with tips can contact Crime Stoppers or use the P3 Tips app anonymously.
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