PITTSFIELD, Mass. — A Lanesborough man with a history of violence is wanted in the murder of 29-year-old-Pittsfield resident Justin Crawford.

 

Terry Martizna, 35, is wanted for one count of murder. Martizna should be considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached by members of the public, according to police.  

 

Crawford was one of two individuals who were shot on Thursday, June 18, near the intersection of Pleasure Avenue and Tyler Street in Pittsfield. The second person, who has not been identifield, was treated for a non-life-threatening injury at Berkshire Medical Center.  https://www.iberkshires.com/story/82991/Pittsfield-Targeted-Shooting-Leaves-One-Dead-One-Injured.html

 

Police have described the shooting as "targeted" and say the charge is the result of an extensive investigation. Pittsfield Police have been assisted by members of the State Police, Berkshire County Sheriff's Department, other agencies, and in conjunction with the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office.   

 

Martizna was sentenced in 2017 to 4 1/2 years in prison after pleading guilty to firearms charges that violated his probation on two counts of armed assault with intent to kill in 2015.  

 

Anyone with information on Martizna whereabouts is asked to contact the Pittsfield Police immediately at 413-448-9700. Information can also be provided anonymously by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411.)