On June 18, 1970, Donald D. Smithson was found dead in Dayton, Ohio, under circumstances that led to his death being classified as a homicide. The incident took place in Montgomery County, and the Dayton Police Department took the lead on the investigation. Despite the passage of time, this case remains unsolved, with no suspects identified or leads publicly disclosed.
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has listed Donald Smithson’s homicide among their unsolved cases in the hopes of generating new leads. The Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) works alongside local law enforcement, using their database of cold cases to bring visibility to these investigations and encourage community members to come forward with any information they might have. Authorities urge anyone with relevant details to provide tips that could assist in solving this case and bringing closure to Donald's loved ones.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Dayton Police Department or submit a tip via the Ohio Attorney General's Office, as any detail, no matter how small, might be vital in moving the investigation forward.
