SAN ANTONIO — Tuesday will mark one month since a well-loved woman went out for a walk on the Salado Creek hike and bike trail and never returned.
The body of 63-year-old Stacey Dramiga was found a day later near the trail in a heavily wooded area east of the creek near Dafoste Park.
At the time, Sheriff Javier Salazar said it was a complete instance of stranger danger, a random attack and at the one month mark, no one has been charged in the killing.
Sheriff Javier Salazar said he hopes a just announced Crime Stoppers reward of up to $5,000 for clues that lead to felony arrests will help move the case forward.
"We are not without evidence on that case. We do have some physical evidence that we are going through right now," Salazar said.
Following up on comments Salazar made on October 3 about suspicious men in the area when he said some women had complained about being followed on the trail, Salazar said "We do have some persons of interest in that case as you all know as well. But again, we are asking anyone with any information to give Crime Stoppers a call at 210-224-STOP."
While they await the results on physical evidence, Salazar said patience is on the side of investigators.
"In these cases, it really never fails, at some point somebody will say something. To somebody that may have been a girlfriend or boyfriend at the time but now is no longer a boyfriend or girlfriend and has reason to come forward," Salazar said, adding $5,000 might be just the thing to convince someone to come forward with what they know. "That's what we're hoping," Salazar said.
The sentiment was similar at a Sunday morning safety walk in Comanche Park.
More than 75 people gathered in the area near where Dramiga began her journey for a two-mile hike to honor her memory and encourage everyone to be safe while they enjoy the trail system.
Investigators believe Dramiga walked from Covington Park on Rigsby, north all the way to Jack White Park near I-35, before she began her return trip.
Detectives have said they believe the woman was attacked and dragged into the woods when she made it to south of East Commerce Street.
Co-workers from BAMC, who came to support the search for the killer said they were glad to see such a large turnout.
Andrea Craddock spoke for the group, saying of Dramiga, "She was such a selfless person. She would help anyone around her if she could."
Encouraged by the crowd, Craddock said, "Looking around and seeing the community that we have around here amongst us? It's amazing to see everyone come in unity in support for her and safety."
Seeing a number of hiking groups, particularly composed of women, Craddock said, "My take away for this is we're not alone. We have a community among us that will help us and if you see something, say something and continue to be vigilant where ever you are."
The event, organized by San Antonio Hikers, Campers and Backpackers, was a sea of orange shirts, designed to pay tribute to Dramiga.
The invitation to the event stated: "It is so important to let the community know we stand together for Stacey. We should all be able to get outside and enjoy nature without fear."
The event included tips from a San Antonio Park Police supervisor and a physical demonstration of safety techniques. Whistles were provided to participants so that wherever they travel they will have a way to call attention to themselves if they need help. Additionally, an anonymous donor provided several Birdie personal safety alarms that were a big hit.
With regard to progress, the only person arrested so far was an area resident who was taken into custody during the evening hours the same day the body was discovered.
At the time, investigators said Marco Flores approached investigators and made a comment that included information that had not been revealed to the public.
Detectives said when they wanted to question him further about the incident, he bolted and tried to run away.
He only got a few yards before he was tackled by investigators and taken to jail on a charge of evading arrest.
Online court records indicate Flores got out of jail on $7,500 bond on September 27.
The timeline of events indicate Flores has a violation report from October 11 but he remains free and there is no word on his possible connection to the case.
To be eligible for the reward being offered, all tips must go directly to Crime Stoppers.