Robert G. Mitchell, 69, was found dead in his North Ridge/Moorefield Township home at 1932 Biscayne Drive on March 16, 1997. A local newspaper carrier reported a fire at the residence, and deputies from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office discovered Mitchell’s body. An autopsy showed blunt force head trauma as the cause of death, and investigators determined the death to be a homicide. The fire did not fully destroy the property but appeared to have been set in a way that could conceal evidence.

Mitchell was described as 5 feet 6 inches, with grey hair and blue eyes, and was a long-time area resident. There were no immediate witnesses or leads, and despite involvement by local law enforcement and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, no suspects or motive had been identified. The case is listed among the Ohio Attorney General’s unsolved homicides and remains open.

If anyone knew Robert Mitchell, saw activity near 1932 Biscayne Drive on or before March 16, 1997, or has information that could help investigators, please come forward with tips.