BPD continues Zimmerman murder investigation

Pamela Zimmerman was found dead in her office near on the 2100 block of East Washington Street. (Eric Stock/WJBC)

By Adam Studzinski

BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Police Department continues to investigate the murder of 53-year-old Bloomington woman.  

Pamela Zimmerman was found shot to death in her office in the 2103 E. Washington St. on Nov. 4.

Police believe the amount of video evidence collected during investigation is greater than any other case the department has ever handled. However, officials continue to ask for any video available from the area near the business around the time of the incident.

Police added they're continuing to process other evidence in the case and are coordinating with the state police crime lab.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bloomington police at 309-434-2963. Citizens can also remain anonymous by calling McLean County Crime Stoppers at 309-828-1111.

Adam Studzinski can be reached at [email protected].

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