Ricardo Danielle Truss Vallejo, 39, was found dead in his vehicle in Columbus, Ohio, on December 19, 2019. A civilian reported a car parked on the street that had not moved for a long time at about 9:42 AM; patrol officers found Ricardo inside and Columbus Division of Fire medics pronounced him dead at 9:52 AM. The case has been classified as an unsolved homicide and is assigned case number 3527.

The Columbus Police Department and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office are investigating. Investigative steps described include reviewing evidence, interviewing potential witnesses, and seeking public tips, but no arrests have been announced and the case remains open. Ricardo, known as Rick, is remembered by family for his smile, hugs, love of music, attendance at his children’s sporting events, and time with family; survivors named include his wife Anna Vallejo, children Ricardo Truss, Rico Truss, Roberto Vallejo, Christina Vallejo, an unborn child, and his mother Roberta Louise Truss.

Does anyone have information that could help bring justice for Ricardo?