James W. Butler, a White male, was found dead in Dayton, Montgomery County, Ohio on September 8, 1974. The death was ruled a homicide and the Dayton Police Department handled the investigation.

Despite law enforcement efforts, no suspects have been identified and the circumstances of Butler’s killing remain unclear. The case is listed among unsolved homicides by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has highlighted it while raising awareness about cold cases.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Dayton Police Department or submit a tip to the Attorney General’s Office or BCI. If you knew James Butler or have information that could help, please come forward and share what you know.