On October 3, 1967, Louise Oberholtz, a 47-year-old woman, was found fatally stabbed in Akron, Ohio. The incident occurred near the intersection of Blinn Avenue and Evans Avenue, in Summit County. Oberholtz's death was ruled a homicide, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. Despite the efforts of local law enforcement, the case has remained unsolved for decades, with no significant suspects or leads identified since that tragic day.
The Akron Police Department has continued to keep the case open in hopes that new information will surface. This case is also featured on the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation’s database of unsolved homicides, aiming to bring more visibility and potentially generate leads through public awareness. Authorities urge anyone who might have knowledge of the crime, no matter how small it might seem, to come forward. Community tips are often crucial in resolving cold cases, and any piece of information could help bring justice for Louise Oberholtz and closure for her loved ones.
If you have information about the case, please contact the Akron Police Department or the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.
