Darlene Baker was 19 and living in Cincinnati when she was murdered on September 14, 1976. Her body was found beaten to death inside her apartment at 28 Craft Street. Witnesses reported seeing a man climbing out of an apartment window about 4:00 a.m. that morning; he was described as a Black male, but no identity was ever determined.

The homicide has remained unsolved for decades, and the Cincinnati Police Department continues to seek information. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has highlighted the case to encourage public tips that might help bring closure to Baker’s family.

If anyone remembers unusual activity near 28 Craft Street on September 14, 1976, or has information about the man seen leaving the apartment, please contact law enforcement.