On October 9, 2000, 46-year-old Craig Bryan Simpson was found shot to death inside his home located at 1500 South Main Street in Lima, Ohio. The incident took place at approximately 8:00 PM, and despite an immediate response from law enforcement, the perpetrator or perpetrators remain unknown. Simpson's death was ruled a homicide, and the Lima Police Department has continued to seek leads in the case. Simpson was described as being 6'3" tall, weighing 220 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.
Craig Simpson's homicide remains unsolved, and it is part of Ohio's list of cold cases. The authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the events of that night to come forward to assist in solving the crime. The Ohio Attorney General's Office, along with local law enforcement, is seeking public help through the Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s cold case database to bring resolution to Craig Simpson's family and ensure justice is served. Investigators hope that increased public attention might yield new tips or information that could help move the investigation forward.
