James Crow, 39, was found dead at his Columbus, Ohio residence at 3066 East 7th Avenue on December 15, 1989. He suffered blunt force trauma to the head and was caught in a fire; those violent injuries led to his death. The motive and the identity of whoever was responsible have never been determined.

The Columbus Police Department investigated, and the case is listed in the Ohio Attorney General’s cold case database. The Bureau of Criminal Investigation continues to seek public assistance and is asking anyone with tips or small details that might help explain what happened on that December night to come forward.

If anyone knew James, saw activity around East 7th Avenue on or before December 15, 1989, or has information about the fire or blunt force trauma, please contact investigators with what you know.