On the morning of February 9, 1988, 73-year-old Merrill Knaak was found dead on the kitchen floor of his Wichita home at 2003 E Murdock by his son. Emergency responders pronounced him deceased; the Wichita Police Department determined the cause of death was severe internal bleeding from repeated blows or kicks to the head, consistent with a violent struggle in the home.

Police investigating the scene noted signs of disarray and suspected a burglary may have been in progress, and that Knaak might have confronted an intruder. Despite an investigation, no arrests were ever made and the case grew cold, leaving the family without answers.

Does anyone who lived near E Murdock in 1988 or who knew Merrill have information that could help reopen leads?