Ruth Carter, known as "Miss Ruthy," was murdered on December 13, 1999, at her home located at 114 Ridge Avenue in Dayton, Ohio. She was 50 years old at the time of her death. The initial investigation revealed that Carter was found inside her residence, and there was early suspicion directed at her former roommate. However, authorities found no physical evidence that could conclusively link him to the crime, leading to a stall in the investigation.
Years went by without any substantial leads until 2005, when a young man came forward with information that revived the case. This information directed detectives towards potential individuals who might have been involved, but it appears that the case remains unsolved. As of now, the Dayton Police Department is still looking for any tips that could help bring closure to this cold case. They urge anyone with information to contact Miami Valley Crime Stoppers or the Dayton Police Department's Cold Case Unit.
The story of Ruth Carter's homicide was featured in an episode of "The Deck" podcast, where it is highlighted as part of a larger effort to raise awareness of cold cases across Ohio. In the absence of a clear resolution, Ruth's case has been spotlighted as part of initiatives like these to garner new attention and encourage people to come forward with even the smallest pieces of information that could help solve the case. This case remains one of the many unsolved homicides documented by the Ohio Attorney General's Office, aiming to keep public attention focused on these unsolved crimes to bring justice to victims and their families.
