On January 7, 2000, Don Gentry, a 28-year-old male from Columbus, Ohio, was found dead in a parking lot on Alleghany Avenue in Franklin County. Gentry had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The circumstances of his death remain unclear, and despite investigations by the Columbus Police Department, the case remains unsolved.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) continues to list Don Gentry's case as an unsolved homicide, seeking public assistance to find any leads. Authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward, hoping that new leads could help solve the case and bring justice to Gentry's family. This case is highlighted among other cold cases to keep visibility and remind the community that there are still unanswered questions. The BCI works in collaboration with local law enforcement to promote the resolution of such cases and provide closure for the victims' loved ones.