Columbus police continue investigation into murder of latonya green along city railroad tracks
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Columbus Police Continue Investigation Into Murder of Latonya Green Along City Railroad Tracks

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June 1, 2024

COLUMBUS, OH — The Columbus Division of Police is requesting the public’s assistance in gathering information related to the homicide of Latonya Green. Her remains were discovered on July 23, 2023, near the railroad tracks at the 30 Block of W Hinman Avenue on the city’s south side.

The investigation, carried out by the Coroner’s Office, concluded on December 28, 2023, officially ruling Ms. Green’s death as a homicide. The details surrounding her death are still under investigation, and detectives are urging anyone who may have information about Ms. Green or the incident to come forward.

Columbus police continue investigation into murder of latonya green along city railroad tracks
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Individuals with any relevant information are encouraged to contact Columbus Police Detective Journey at (614) 645-4953, the Homicide Unit at (614) 645-4730, or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477). Detective Journey is the lead detective on this case, and any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to solving this tragic case and bringing closure to the family of Ms. Green.

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