Ross Kouns was 41 when he was found dead on December 22, 1997, in Columbus, Ohio. He was discovered lying in the driveway at 5824 Lou Street with multiple gunshot wounds. The Columbus Police Department investigated but no suspect has been identified and the case remains unsolved.

Kouns’s death is included among cold cases being highlighted by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office to generate new tips. Authorities continue to seek any information that could help resolve the case and bring answers for his family; tips can be directed to the Bureau of Criminal Investigation or submitted through their hotline or website.

If anyone knew Ross, lived near Lou Street at that time, or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with investigators.