On October 13, 1976, Lynton Hartline, a 23-year-old man, was shot and killed during what appeared to be a robbery at his residence in Akron, Ohio. The incident took place at his home located at 440 Bruner Street in Summit County. Despite the passage of time, the case remains unsolved, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Hartline's death has remained part of the Akron Police Department’s open investigations, with law enforcement still seeking leads that might bring justice for his
family.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) and the Akron Police Department continue to appeal to the public for any information regarding the circumstances of Hartline's death. The authorities believe that public cooperation could be crucial to resolving this case. Anyone who may have information that could assist in this investigation is encouraged to come forward to help bring closure to this unsolved crime.
The BCI lists this homicide among Ohio's unsolved cases, aiming to keep these cases visible and encourage those with knowledge to submit tips. Individuals who might have relevant information can contact either the Akron Police Department or the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
