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James Rutledge, 23, was found dead on February 25, 1980, in his apartment located in Dayton, Ohio. His death was ruled a homicide, and the case has remained unsolved for decades. James was discovered at his residence on North Gettysburg Avenue after police responded to reports of gunfire in the area. A neighbor had heard gunshots and called the authorities, leading to the discovery of Rutledge's body, which was found propped against his apartment door with four gunshot wounds to the head. A fire ...Read More
Victim Details

James Rutledge

February 11, 2022

Male

Dayton

OH

1980-02-25

1980-02-25

James

Rutledge

12/05/2025


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