Glenn William Billy Payne, 29, was found dead on December 19, 1977, in a tool shed at his Reynoldsburg, Ohio, residence on East Livingston Avenue. He died of a stab wound, and investigators believe he may have been killed elsewhere before his body was placed in the shed. Local law enforcement handled the original investigation, and the case remains unsolved.

The Reynoldsburg Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation continue to list this homicide in their cold case files and are asking the public for information. A crime tip line has been established for anyone with possible details that might help bring justice for Glenn Payne and closure for his family and friends.

If anyone knew Glenn Payne or has information about his movements or acquaintances in December 1977, please contact the Reynoldsburg Police Department’s tip line.