On October 1, 1986, the body of 23-year-old Lonnie Hill, a Black male, was found in the middle of Rose Dale Lane near Pearson’s Corner Road in the rural Dover area. The cause of death was multiple gunshot wounds.

The initial investigation produced few answers and the case went cold. No suspects have been publicly identified and no arrests have been announced. The Delaware State Police later placed the case with their Cold Case Unit and continue to appeal for information that could resolve the homicide.

If anyone knew Lonnie, was in that area on or around October 1, 1986, or has information that could help, please contact the Delaware State Police.