Two Men Indicted for Murder in Dayton Shooting
A Montgomery County grand jury indicted two men for the May shooting death of 32-year-old Andre Carpenter.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Violence
A grand jury has indicted D'vonte Laquan Robison and Daran Thomas Markell Robison on charges of murder and felonious assault following a fatal shooting. The two men are accused of killing 32-year-old Andre Carpenter in the 500 block of North Gettysburg Avenue.
Why it matters
The indictments follow a police investigation into the early morning shooting incident. Legal proceedings are now moving forward to address the violence that occurred earlier this year.
A Montgomery County grand jury indicted both suspects on two counts of murder and three counts of felonious assault. Daran Robinson is held in custody while awaiting court dates, with each charge carrying a three-year firearm specification.
The players
Andre Carpenter
He was the 32-year-old victim who died in the May shooting.
Daran Thomas Markell Robison
He is a 28-year-old suspect currently held in the Montgomery County Jail.
D'vonte Laquan Robison
He is a 35-year-old suspect indicted on multiple felony charges.
The details
The suspects allegedly fired a gun at a vehicle during the encounter, which resulted in the death of Andre Carpenter. Officers arrived at the scene at 4:17 a.m. to find the victim, who was pronounced dead upon their arrival.
Timeline
May 5, 2026: The shooting death of Andre Carpenter occurred.
Oct. 15, 2026: Daran Robinson is scheduled for arraignment.
Oct. 22, 2026: D'vonte Robinson is scheduled for arraignment.
Legal Context
This indictment utilizes mandatory firearm sentencing enhancements, mirroring a broader trend of increased prosecutorial focus on gun-related violence in Ohio. These cases often highlight the intersection of local criminal activity and stringent state-level penal codes regarding weapon use.
The formal indictment provides closure for the investigation of the shooting that occurred on North Gettysburg Avenue. Residents in the area should monitor upcoming court appearances as the legal process against the two suspects continues.
The takeaway
This case emphasizes the continued legal consequences for violent crimes involving firearms. The scheduled arraignments in October will mark the next significant step in the Montgomery County judicial process.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Dayton Daily News.
