On August 15, 1995, 36-year-old Richard Waddel of Columbus, Ohio, was killed inside his apartment on Lynwood Lane South during an early-morning breaking and entering. Two unidentified people forced their way in and demanded money; Waddel tried to flee and was shot by one of the intruders. The attackers left immediately after the shooting and no arrests have been made.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office keeps the case open and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has included it in cold case efforts. Investigators say the motive beyond the robbery demand remains unclear and the suspects have not been identified.

If anyone has information that could help resolve Richard Waddel’s murder, contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office or the statewide tip line.