William Derr, a 65-year-old male, was found dead on August 1, 1983, in Columbus, Ohio. His body was discovered at 763 S. Miller Avenue in Franklin County. William Derr suffered multiple knife wounds to the head, and when emergency services arrived, he was pronounced dead on arrival. The time frame of the incident extends from late on August 1 to early on August 2, suggesting that the exact time of the attack remains uncertain.
The case remains unsolved, and authorities have not identified any suspects. The homicide is listed as part of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation's (BCI) database of cold cases. The Columbus Police Department has been working on the case for decades, yet no viable leads have been found. Public assistance is being actively sought in the hopes that someone might have information that could help solve the crime. The Ohio Attorney General’s office has appealed for tips, emphasizing that even the smallest piece of information might make a significant difference in bringing the perpetrator to justice and providing closure for the victim's loved ones.
William Derr's murder is among numerous unsolved homicides highlighted by the Ohio Attorney General's Office as part of their effort to draw attention to these cases and solicit community assistance. Authorities remain hopeful that renewed visibility and public involvement can help uncover details that have long eluded investigators.
