On July 23, 1986, Arnold Argenio, aged 32, and Charles Reese, aged 26, were tragically shot and killed in Akron, Ohio. Both victims were found unresponsive in their vehicle at 96 Ansel Avenue, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. This shocking double homicide has remained unsolved for years despite efforts by law enforcement to investigate and bring those responsible to justice.
The Akron Police Department took charge of the case, and it remains listed among Ohio's unsolved homicides. Investigators have called on the public for assistance in solving this crime, hoping that someone with crucial information might come forward. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has included Arnold Argenio’s case in their statewide cold case database to increase visibility and encourage anyone with relevant knowledge to submit tips that could help solve the case.
Public involvement is essential for moving the investigation forward. Authorities continue to urge those with any information regarding the deaths of Arnold Argenio and Charles Reese to reach out to law enforcement or use the resources provided by the Ohio Attorney General's Office.
