Buffalo, NY (WBEN) The United States Marshal Service is seeking assistance from the community for the arrest of Andre Whigham, 27. A federal arrest warrant has been issued for unlawful flight to avoid prosecution.
Whigham is the person of interest in the murder of 22-year-old Taira Lott. Lott disappeared late January and her body was found weeks later along railroad tracks on Buffalo's east side. Whigham was the last person believed to see Lott before she was killed.
CrimeStoppers has posted a reward of up to $2,500, as well as an award offered by the U.S. Marshals for up to $5,000 for information leading to Whigham's arrest.
Whigham is described as a black male with brown eyes. He is approximately 5'9" tall and weighing 210 pounds. He has several tattoos, including highly visible tattoo on his neck. He is known to go by the nickname "Dro." Whigham has connections to Ohio and North Carolina.
Anyone with information is urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 716-867-6161, the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-800-336-0102, or by submit a tip using USMS Tips or Buffalo Tips apps.




