Howard Hills

Howard W. Hills was a 30-year-old Black man whose life was cut short in Columbus, Ohio, on Monday, February 25, 1991.

On that day, Howard was at 1078 Chittendon Avenue in Franklin County when he suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The circumstances surrounding the shooting were not released by authorities, but his death was classified as a homicide.

The Columbus Police Department launched an investigation into Howard's death, which was assigned case number 1426. Despite their initial efforts, the case did not lead to any arrests, and no suspects were ever publicly identified in connection with the crime. Over time, the investigation grew cold, leaving the questions surrounding Howard's death unanswered.

Decades later, the homicide of Howard Hills remains unsolved. His case is listed in the Ohio Attorney General's database of unsolved homicides in the hope that a new lead might emerge. The investigation remains open, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to submit a tip to law enforcement.