Jackson Twp cold case from Allen Co. Sheriff's Office
Summary of Harrod, Ohio cold case from the Allen County Sheriff, issued September 19, 2024.
William "Billy" Brown
On or about the 8th day of November 2020, Allen County Sheriff's Office was dispatched to the 700 block of North Phillips Road in Jackson Township, Harrod, Ohio. When Deputies arrived, they located William Brown deceased near the roadway. Mr. Brown was transported to Lucas County Coroner's Office for an autopsy to establish his cause and manner of death.
Allen County Sheriff's Office Detectives and supporting agencies are investigating this case as a Suspicious Death.
It was reported that Mr. Brown had been seen at Harry's Hideaway in Lima, Ohio on the night of November 7th 2020 prior to his death. Mr. Brown was then taken to the 700 block of North Phillips Road where he was planning to stay with family members for the night.
It is unknown what happened between the time Mr. Brown was dropped off at the residence until the time his deceased body was discovered by a passerby. Allen County Sheriff's Office Detectives are interested in information regarding any information pertaining to Mr. Brown's death.
Allen County Sheriff's Department
333 N. Main Street
P.O. Box 1243
Lima, Ohio 45802-1243
419-227-3535
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