Jeffrey Risner, also known by the nickname "Chumley," was found dead on March 2, 2006, at his home on Palmer Street in Fostoria, Ohio. Risner, who was 50 years old, was discovered lying on the floor of his garage in a pool of blood, indicating that the circumstances of his death were highly suspicious. The Fostoria Police Department responded to the scene and quickly involved detectives and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) to assist in processing the evidence.
The autopsy performed by the Lucas County Coroner’s Office revealed that Jeffrey Risner had sustained multiple sharp force wounds to his neck, resulting in the transection of the left sternocleidomastoid and internal jugular vein. Additionally, Risner suffered blunt force trauma to the right side of his head, along with multiple facial and arm injuries. The injuries suggested a violent and sustained attack, leading investigators to classify this as a homicide.
Despite thorough investigations by the Fostoria Police and the Ohio BCI, the case remains unsolved, with no suspects publicly identified. Authorities continue to seek information from anyone who may have knowledge of the events surrounding Risner’s death. The case is still open, and law enforcement is hopeful that new leads will emerge to help bring justice to Risner's family and community. The Ohio Attorney General’s office has included this case in its unsolved homicide listings, encouraging the public to provide any tips that could help solve the crime.
