Eugene Ward

Murdered
Case Description
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On July 14, 1986, Eugene Ward, a 70-year-old male, was killed during a robbery at his home in Columbus, Ohio. The incident took place at 1282 North 5th Street in Franklin County. During the robbery, Ward was struck in the jaw, an injury that led to his hospitalization. Unfortunately, while in the hospital, he developed pneumonia as a complication of his injury, which ultimately resulted in his death the same day.

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    Victim Details

    Eugene Ward

    February 11, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Columbus

    OH

    1986-07-14

    1986-07-14

    Eugene

    Ward

    10/28/2024


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    06/22/2024
    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of Eugene? It's been puzzling me and I'd love to hear ot... ...Read More
    08/03/2023
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    05/25/2023
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