Authorities have confirmed that the death of 42-year-old Sherman Ryan has been ruled a homicide by the Lucas County Coroner’s Office. Ryan was found near a roadside in East Toledo with multiple blunt force injuries on December 24, 2024. Police were alerted after a passerby spotted Ryan lying on the side of Oak Street and subsequently called 911. Upon arrival, first responders discovered Ryan unresponsive and he was transported to the hospital by ambulance. Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. According to the coroner, the cause of death was due to blunt force trauma. Investigators are actively pursuing leads in relation to the case but have not released any further details about potential suspects or circumstances surrounding the incident. Sherman Ryan was described as a well-known figure in the community, and the news of his death has shocked many residents. The Toledo Police Department is urging anyone with information about the case to come forward to assist in the investigation.
Death of 42-Year-Old Man in Toledo Ruled a Homicide
