On March 21, 1989, James Holt, 47, died from blunt force trauma to his head at his residence off of Highway 80 in Columbia, Kentucky. The suspect(s) had taken money and jewelry from the residence. James Holt's homicide remains unsolved. James' family continues to advocate and fight for justice in his case.

Anyone with information regarding James Holt's unsolved homicde is asked to call the Kentucky State Police at (502) 782-1800 or Kentucky State Police-Post 15 at (270) 384-4796. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward, please call South Central Kentucky Crime Stoppers at (270) 781-CLUE (2583) or Crime Stoppers USA at (800) 222-8477.

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