Booker T. Gilcrease, a 28-year-old resident of Akron, Ohio, was fatally shot on the evening of July 15, 1991, after an altercation at the Mercedes Lounge on North Main Street. The shooting followed an argument that escalated into violence and Gilcrease was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Akron Police Department has managed the investigation but no suspects were identified and few leads emerged. The case has been carried in Summit County’s cold case files and was added to the Ohio Attorney General’s database of unsolved homicides to raise visibility and encourage tips. Authorities continue to appeal for information that might help resolve the homicide.

If anyone witnessed the July 15, 1991 altercation at the Mercedes Lounge or has information related to Booker Gilcrease’s death, please contact investigators who are still seeking leads.