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Hearl Mungo

Case from Columbus, OH dated May 13, 1979

Victim Details

Hearl Mungo

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Columbus

OH

1979-05-13

1979-05-13

Hearl

Mungo

06/22/2026


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On May 13, 1979, Hearl Mungo, aged 49, was found dead in Columbus, Ohio. Mungo was discovered at approximately 1377 Gennesee Avenue, suffering from a fatal gunshot wound to his back. Authorities believe the shooting occurred sometime between the early hours of 3:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. The Columbus Police Department is leading the investigation into this homicide, and despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved.

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