Sam Davis was murdered in Akron, Ohio, on September 19, 1976. The case is classified as an unsolved homicide and remains an open investigation in Summit County. Details about the killing are sparse and no suspects have been identified.

The Akron Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation continue to pursue leads, and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has emphasized the value of public assistance in cold cases like this one. Keeping the case visible is intended to increase the chances of finding information that could bring justice and closure to the family.

If anyone has information that could help resolve this case, please contact Akron police, Ohio BCI, or submit a tip through the appropriate channels.