John Henry Henderson, also known by his nickname "Monk," was murdered on April 16, 1978, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Henderson, 29 years old at the time, was found in the area of 746 Glenwood Avenue. His death resulted from both gunshot wounds and stabbing injuries, making this a particularly violent crime. The case has remained unsolved for over four decades, and it continues to be actively listed as an unsolved homicide by the Ohio Attorney General's Office.
Henderson's murder took place in Hamilton County, and the Cincinnati Police Department has been the leading agency responsible for the investigation. Despite their efforts, no suspects have been identified, and the case lacks viable leads that could point towards a definitive suspect. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) provides resources and highlights such cold cases to bring increased visibility, hoping to solicit tips from the public that could assist local law enforcement in resolving these long-standing mysteries.
Law enforcement and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office continue to encourage anyone who might have information related to Henderson’s murder to come forward. The BCI’s involvement is aimed at providing visibility and support to the Cincinnati Police Department in their pursuit of justice for John Henry Henderson.
