Dayton Man Sentenced to Prison for 2024 Murder
Angelo Champion receives a prison sentence of 24 years to life for the shooting death of D'Juan Hall.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Violence
A 44-year-old Dayton man has been sentenced to 24 years to life in prison following his conviction for the 2024 murder of 34-year-old D'Juan Hall. Champion was found guilty of murder, felonious assault, and weapons charges.
Why it matters
The conviction stems from a deadly dispute between the two men that began at a party. This sentencing concludes the legal proceedings regarding the November 2024 shooting and subsequent vehicle crash.
Angelo Champion was sentenced to 24 years to life after being found guilty of murder, two counts of felonious assault, and one count of weapons under disability. The legal process concluded on October 20, 2026.
The players
Angelo Champion
He is a 44-year-old man who was convicted of murder, felonious assault, and weapons charges for the 2024 shooting of D'Juan Hall.
D'Juan Hall
He was a 34-year-old victim who died following a shooting that occurred on November 23, 2024.
The details
Champion shot D'Juan Hall inside a vehicle, leading to a crash into another vehicle and a home. Hall was transported to a hospital, where he ultimately died from his injuries.
Timeline
November 23, 2024: The shooting occurred following an argument.
October 20, 2026: Angelo Champion received his prison sentence.
Legal Context
This sentencing follows the established application of mandatory minimums for felony murder convictions in the local jurisdiction. The outcome reflects broader judicial patterns regarding the prosecution of weapon-related offenses in Ohio courts.
The resolution of this case brings closure to the investigation that spanned the 4600 block of Forsythe Avenue and the 1900 block of Arlene Avenue. Residents in these neighborhoods are no longer subject to the active police activity associated with this shooting investigation.
The takeaway
Violent disputes that escalate to gunfire often result in severe, multi-decade prison sentences under state law. Understanding the legal consequences of such acts underscores the gravity of felony weapon and assault convictions.
Further reading
For more information on public safety, visit the Dayton Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WDTN.
