Howard Stokes was 29 when he was fatally shot on January 10, 1996, at 564 Stanley Avenue in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin County. The shooting produced a gunshot wound that led to his death. The Columbus Police Department investigated the homicide but there were no known witnesses to the shooting and details about the night remain scarce.

Authorities have repeatedly urged anyone with information to come forward, noting that even seemingly minor tips could be important. The case remains unsolved and is listed among other cold homicides in Ohio, underscoring gaps that community memory or new leads might help fill.

If anyone knew Howard, was in the neighborhood that night, or has information about people or vehicles seen near 564 Stanley Avenue on January 10, 1996, contact the Columbus Police Department.