Leiland Eugene "Buster" Cannon, aged 74, was found murdered in his home in East Fultonham, Ohio, on the morning of January 13, 2000. Cannon lived alone in the quiet village of East Fultonham, located in the southwestern part of Muskingum County. He was well-known and loved in the community, where he lived a peaceful life until his untimely death. On the day of the homicide, neighbors discovered that Cannon had been brutally attacked in his home. It was later reported that he had been bludgeoned, and his murder left the local community in shock and searching for answers.
Leiland Cannon, who was known by his nickname "Buster," was remembered as an endearing grandfather and an active part of his community. His tragic death has remained unsolved for over two decades, and the Muskingum County Sheriff's Office continues to seek any leads that could help solve the case. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has kept Cannon's homicide on the list of unsolved cold cases, encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
Efforts to find those responsible for Leiland Cannon's death are ongoing, and authorities are appealing to the public for any details that might help bring justice for this beloved community member. His family and community continue to hope that advances in the investigation and public awareness might eventually lead to a resolution of this tragic case.
