Ohio man indicted 25 years after Charles Ballard found shot and burned in home
Brian Swanson Charged with 2000 Murder of Charles Ballard
**Columbus, OH -** Brian Swanson, 48, has been indicted for the murder of Charles “Chico” Ballard, which occurred 25 years ago. On February 9, 2000, Ballard’s body was discovered in his home on the 300 block of E. 17th Ave.
Officers responding to the scene found that Ballard, then aged 22, had suffered multiple gunshot wounds and his body had been set on fire. It took until last Friday for Swanson to be arrested in connection with the crime.
Swanson’s arrest marks a significant development in the prolonged investigation into Ballard’s death.
Details about the case are discussed in the podcast, The Fifth Floor, which can be found on all major podcast platforms.