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Frank McDonald

Death by Force
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Frank D. McDonald, a resident of Dayton, Ohio, was found dead on May 5, 1974. His homicide remains unsolved to this day. The incident took place in Dayton, specifically in Montgomery County, and it has been classified as a cold case by local authorities. Despite multiple investigations, no viable leads have emerged over the years. The Dayton Police Department continues to seek information that could help solve this case, and the Ohio Attorney General's office maintains it as part of its database ...Read More
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    • Victim Details

    Frank McDonald

    February 11, 2022

    Male

    Dayton

    OH

    1974-05-05

    1974-05-05

    Frank

    McDonald

    11/09/2025


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