Montgomery County Police Seeking New Leads In 50-Year-Old Cold Case Murder Of Teen Girl

15‑year‑old Kathy Beatty’s body in a wooded area near Aspen HillFrederick, MD (DG) – Montgomery County Police are seeking new leads in a decades old cold case murder in Gaithersburg.July 25, 2025 marked the 50th anniversary of the discovery of 15‑year‑old Kathy Beatty’s body in a wooded area near Aspen Hill. Beatty had been reported missing on July 24, 1975, and was later found unconscious from blunt force trauma.Despite ongoing investigations, no suspect has ever been identified. The Montgomery County Police Department’s Cold Case Section is now appealing to the public for new information.Detectives have released a dedicated podcast about the case and are offering a reward of up to $10,000 for tips leading to an arrest. Anyone with details is urged to contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County or call 1‑866‑411‑TIPS.