Aaron Cowan, aged 17, was shot and killed on November 9, 1996, in Lima, Ohio. The incident occurred outside of a residence at 762 South Union Street, where Cowan was attending a party. At approximately 12:50 a.m., multiple rounds were fired toward the house, and Cowan, who had been standing outside, was struck by gunfire and died at the scene. In addition to Cowan, at least three other individuals were wounded during the shooting.
The homicide has remained unsolved despite efforts by the Lima Police Department. Law enforcement officials continue to seek the public's assistance to provide any information that may help solve the case. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) has highlighted this case in its database of unsolved homicides, seeking visibility to encourage tips that might lead to identifying those responsible and bringing justice to Cowan’s family. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities through the Ohio Attorney General’s office or Crime Stoppers, which provides an anonymous way for witnesses to share details that could prove crucial in resolving the case.
