On December 5, 1974, Arthur Breland, age 54, was shot and killed during what appears to have been a home invasion in Akron, Ohio. The incident took place at his residence at 1058 Mercer Avenue in Summit County. At approximately 10 p.m., Arthur was fatally shot inside his home. His wife was reportedly about to let the dogs out when someone knocked at the side door. Upon opening it, the suspect entered and committed the fatal shooting.
The Akron Police Department responded to the incident, but despite efforts over the years, the case remains unsolved. Arthur Breland's homicide is listed as an active cold case, and authorities have been seeking public assistance to bring closure to his family and ensure that justice is served. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) is still requesting tips from anyone who may have information that could lead to identifying the perpetrator or understanding the motive behind the crime.
If anyone has any information regarding this case, they are encouraged to contact the Akron Police Department or submit a tip through the Ohio Attorney General's Office to help resolve this longstanding investigation. Public cooperation is crucial in solving such cold cases, and authorities remain hopeful that renewed interest could lead to a breakthrough.
