Gerald Klusch was last seen on 09/29/2011 by a family member who was leaving the residence for an appointment at approximately 12:30pm. The family member advised that Mr. Klusch was working with his farmhand fixing the fence as to keep their animals from getting out. The farmhand advised that Mr. Klusch took him home at approximately 1:00pm and Mr. Klusch was never seen again until approximately 7 weeks later when his body was found in a rural area off Hazel Run Rd., Salineville, OH.
The Columbiana County Coroner's Office determined the cause of death was a homicide as the victim was shot twice in the head. The case is still under investigation. A $20,000 reward is available for information that leads to the conviction of the individual(s) that committed this homicide.
