On August 9, 1972, 70-year-old Loyal Wright was found dead in his home located at 857 Leonard Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. Wright had been shot twice in the head with a .22 caliber firearm, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation into his death has remained unsolved for decades, with no significant leads or suspects identified.
The Columbus Police Department has kept the case open, and it is listed among the unsolved homicides maintained by the Ohio Attorney General's Office. The authorities have continued to appeal to the public for any information that could help solve this cold case. Despite the passage of time, investigators remain hopeful that someone with knowledge of the crime might come forward to provide the necessary information to bring justice to Wright's family and friends.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) has featured this case to bring attention to it and encourage the community to contribute any information they may have. Solving cold cases often relies on public tips, even if they seem minor, and anyone with details is encouraged to contact the Columbus Police or submit a tip to the Ohio Attorney General's Office.
