Robert Bolden, aged 44, was tragically shot and killed on January 4, 1999, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident took place at the Elder Cafe, located at 128 W Elder Street in Hamilton County. On the day of the incident, Bolden was sitting inside the cafe when he was confronted by a man who threatened him. The suspect, described as a Black male in his 30s, left the premises only to return shortly afterward. Upon returning, the suspect shot Bolden before fleeing the scene.
The Cincinnati Police Department has classified this as an unsolved homicide and continues to investigate the case.
Despite efforts by law enforcement, no suspect has been apprehended, and the case remains unresolved. Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the events of that day to come forward to assist in solving this case and provide closure for Robert Bolden's family. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has listed this incident among their unsolved homicide cases, hoping that greater visibility might generate new leads. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to submit a tip to help bring justice to Robert Bolden.
