On April 22, 2008, 35-year-old Deric Bartlett was killed in front of 788 Leona Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. Bartlett sustained multiple gunshot wounds, resulting in his death at the scene. The incident was investigated by the Columbus Police Department but remains unsolved. No suspects or significant leads have been made public, leaving his case open as one of the numerous unsolved homicides in Franklin County.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), along with the Ohio Attorney General's Office, continues to list Deric Bartlett's case in their database of unsolved homicides, hoping to generate new leads. By keeping cases like Bartlett's visible, authorities hope that members of the community might come forward with any relevant information that could help solve the case. Public assistance is critical for these investigations, and any tips could make a significant difference in moving the case forward.
Anyone with information regarding the homicide of Deric Bartlett is encouraged to contact law enforcement or submit a tip through the Ohio Attorney General's office. Providing visibility to these cases is a vital step toward finding justice for victims like Deric and bringing closure to their families.
