ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — It was one year ago this month when the mother of Sam Nordquist, a Minnesota man, realized something was wrong about his trip to the Finger Lakes region. He had left home in late September and never returned.

Police say Nordquist was tortured and eventually killed while being held captive in a Hopewell motel. Seven suspects were eventually arrested in connection with his death.

Sam Nordquist was described by his mother as very kind, loving, and outgoing. Eight months after the discovery of the alleged torture and murder of Sam, his family continues to fight for justice and intends to see it through in person.

Linda Nordquist and her son, Sam, did everything together-they started their mornings sharing a coffee, worked for the same company, and walked their dog t

See Full Page