Craig Andrew Copperthite, 18, left the Arlington, VA area in November 1978. On December 20, 1978, Craig's body was found on a roadside near Bromide, OK. Craig sustained head trauma & died from asphyxia. His family said he was a drifter, but they don't know how he got to Oklahoma. Since 1978, Craig's family continues to advocate for him, while working with law enforcement seeking justice for this over 45 year old case.

Anyone with information concerning Craig Andrew Copperthite's murder is asked to call the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation at (800) 522-8017 or email tips@osbi.ok.gov. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward, call Oklahoma Crime Stoppers at (800) 254-7822.

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