On February 12, 1983, Carlton Pannell was found with a fatal gunshot wound to the chest at 598 S. 22nd Street in Columbus, Ohio. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The circumstances surrounding his death are unclear and the case remains unsolved.

The Columbus Police Department investigated but no suspects have been publicly identified. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has listed Pannell’s case in its cold case database in the hope that renewed attention might produce leads. Authorities continue to seek any information that could lead to a breakthrough and bring closure to his family.

If anyone has information about Carlton Pannell or the events of February 12, 1983, please contact law enforcement.