Grand Jury Indicted Dayton Man for Murder
A Dayton man faces murder charges following a fatal shooting on Huffman Avenue in September.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in Crime — General
A grand jury has indicted 32-year-old Laterell Louis Turner Jr. on charges including two counts of murder after the shooting death of 34-year-old Braden Junkins. Turner is currently held in the Montgomery County Jail.
Why it matters
The indictment follows a legal investigation into a September incident where Turner allegedly shot Junkins in the upper back. Turner claims the shooting occurred while Junkins was breaking into his detached garage.
Laterell Louis Turner Jr. faces two counts of murder and felonious assault, each carrying a three-year firearm specification. Destanie D. McComb is also charged with obstructing justice and tampering with evidence.
The players
Laterell Louis Turner Jr.
He is a 32-year-old suspect currently being held in the Montgomery County Jail on murder and assault charges.
Braden Junkins
He was the 34-year-old victim who died after being shot in the upper back.
Destanie D. McComb
She is an individual charged with obstructing justice and tampering with evidence for allegedly hiding the weapon.
Montgomery County Common Pleas Court
This is the judicial body where the indictment was filed against the suspect.
The details
Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Huffman Avenue at 4:35 p.m. following reports of a shooting, which eventually led to the death of Junkins at Miami Valley Hospital. Investigators recovered a handgun after McComb reportedly admitted to hiding it in a bathroom.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: The shooting incident occurred on Huffman Avenue.
October 6, 2026: Turner is scheduled for his arraignment.
Legal Context
The charges filed against the suspect reflect the standard application of Ohio's mandatory firearm specification statutes. This case follows a pattern set by Ohio's firearm specification sentencing enhancements which mandate additional prison time for weapons-related offenses.
The charges and subsequent investigation serve as a reminder of ongoing criminal activity in the area. Residents may monitor future court proceedings as the case moves through the Montgomery County justice system.
The takeaway
Legal proceedings in cases involving deadly force often hinge on the interpretation of property protection claims versus criminal intent. The upcoming arraignment will be the next step in establishing the facts surrounding the Huffman Avenue incident.
What happens next
The suspect is scheduled to appear in court for his arraignment on October 6, 2026.
Further reading
For more on local law enforcement and criminal proceedings, visit the Dayton Crime — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dayton Daily News.
