206 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
Case Description
Any updates on this case?
Do you know who murdered James Roth?
James Roth Sr., 49, was fatally shot on May 4, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky, in the Pleasure Ridge Park area. The shooting occurred early in the morning, and it is believed that Roth may have been trying to stop thieves when he was killed. His death has been ruled a homicide, and authorities have sought information from the public to aid the investigation. Roth's family and the community continue to mourn his loss as the case remains unresolved.
James Roth Sr., 49, was fatally shot on May 4, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky, in the Pleasure Ridge Park area. The shooting occurred early in the morning, and it is believed that Roth may have been trying to stop thieves when he was killed. His death has been ruled a homicide, and authorities have sought information from the public to aid the investigation. Roth's family and the community continue to mourn his loss as the case remains unresolved.
Links to Additional Sources (8)
See any mistakes?Victim Details
James Roth
January 16, 2023
Male
Caucasian / White
Louisville
KY
2019-05-04
49
James
Roth
11/14/2025
Area Body Found:







