Martha Lyons, 48, was found stabbed to death at her home at 105 W. 9th Street in Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 8, 1974. The scene showed no clear evidence of forced entry, and she lived alone. The homicide has been included among several cold cases highlighted by the Ohio Attorney General’s office to draw renewed public attention and solicit tips.

Anyone with information about Martha Lyons, who may have been in or around downtown Cincinnati in October 1974 or who knew her, is urged to contact the Cincinnati Police or the Ohio BCI.