On February 11, 2011, Joshua A. Starcher, age 32, was found dead inside his vehicle on Vinegar Street in Pomeroy, Ohio. Starcher had been shot, and his death was classified as a homicide. Earlier that day, Starcher had informed his girlfriend that he was going to meet someone and expected to return soon. Unfortunately, he never came back. Later, a passerby found his body inside the vehicle, prompting an investigation by law enforcement authorities.
The Meigs County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation with support from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). Starcher’s case remains unsolved, and the authorities are still seeking any information that could help identify those responsible for his death. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office includes this case among its list of unsolved homicides, urging the public to provide any tips or leads that might assist in bringing justice for Starcher and his family.
The BCI, in coordination with local law enforcement, highlights cases like Starcher’s in hopes of increasing visibility and encouraging the public to provide information. They emphasize that community involvement is often crucial in resolving cold cases, and even seemingly minor details could prove significant in the investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Meigs County Sheriff's Office or the Ohio Attorney General's Cold Case Unit.
