Dayton Man Entered Not Guilty Plea in Fatal Shooting
Laterell Turner Jr. faces murder charges in the September death of Braden Junkins on Huffman Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Crime — General
Laterell Turner Jr. entered a plea of not guilty to charges of murder, felonious assault, and tampering with evidence. The charges follow the September death of Braden Junkins, who was found shot on Huffman Avenue in Dayton.
Why it matters
The legal proceedings are now underway for two suspects charged in connection with the shooting case. Authorities are working to adjudicate the charges brought against both Turner and his co-defendant.
Laterell Turner Jr. is currently held on a $1 million bond following his arraignment. Destanie McComb also faces active charges of tampering with evidence and obstructing justice.
The players
Laterell Turner Jr.
He is a defendant in a murder case currently being processed by the Dayton court system.
Braden Junkins
He is the victim identified by authorities in the September shooting incident on Huffman Avenue.
Destanie McComb
She is a co-defendant facing charges of obstructing justice and tampering with evidence.
The details
Turner stands accused of killing Braden Junkins, who was discovered suffering from a gunshot wound to the back in September. Destanie McComb is also facing charges for her alleged role in obstructing justice and tampering with evidence related to the case.
Timeline
Braden Junkins was found shot on Huffman Avenue in September 2026.
Laterell Turner Jr. entered a not guilty plea on October 6, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard procedural framework established for processing felony indictments in the city under the 2026 Dayton homicide reporting protocols. Such proceedings are typical for violent crime investigations where multiple suspects are charged with varying levels of culpability.
The formal charges and the high bond amount signal that the case is moving into a more rigorous phase of the justice system. Residents in the Huffman Avenue area may see continued law enforcement activity as the trial process unfolds.
The takeaway
As the judicial process moves forward, the court will determine the validity of the evidence presented against both defendants. Community members should remain observant of future court date announcements for updates on the trial proceedings.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WDTN.
