Judge Sentences Man for Helping Son Hide Weapon
A Dayton man received 60 days in jail for obstructing justice following a deadly 2025 shooting.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Crime — General
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Judge Angelina N. Jackson sentenced 40-year-old Danny Gladden Sr. to 60 days in jail and five years of community control. He pleaded no contest to one count of obstructing justice for helping his son hide a rifle tied to a homicide.
Why it matters
The sentencing concludes a legal process stemming from the death of 19-year-old Darion Jones in Dayton. Investigators alleged the defendant harbored his son in Columbus after the shooting.
Danny Gladden Sr. received a 60-day jail sentence and five years of community control for obstructing justice. He could face additional prison time if he violates the terms of his supervision.
The players
Angelina N. Jackson
She is the judge presiding over the criminal proceedings involving the Gladden family.
Danny Gladden Sr.
He is the 40-year-old defendant who pleaded no contest to obstructing justice.
Danny Gladden Jr.
He is a man indicted on murder and other charges related to the death of Darion Jones.
Darion Jones
He was a 19-year-old victim found shot to death in a vehicle.
Dayton Police
This is the law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the homicide.
The details
Danny Gladden Jr. was indicted in June 2025 on charges including murder and tampering with evidence. Prosecutors allege the younger Gladden shot Darion Jones from the backseat of a vehicle and attempted to clean the scene with bleach.
Timeline
May 29, 2025: Darion Jones was found shot to death in a vehicle in Dayton.
June 2025: Danny Gladden Jr. was indicted on murder and related charges.
October 8, 2026: A bill of information was filed against Danny Gladden Jr.
Legal Context
The sentence follows a pattern set by the Ohio Revised Code's obstruction of justice statutes in cases where family members attempt to conceal evidence. This reflects broader efforts within the local judiciary to prosecute those who assist in the aftermath of violent crimes.
The resolution of this case brings a conclusion to a portion of the investigation into the 2025 homicide in Dayton. Residents in the area previously impacted by the police response can expect no further active investigation regarding the obstruction charge.
The takeaway
Obstructing justice by hiding evidence or sheltering suspects carries significant legal consequences even for secondary participants in a crime. Authorities emphasize that individuals who attempt to impede homicide investigations will face formal charges and potential incarceration.
Further reading
For additional information on local legal proceedings, visit the Dayton Crime — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dayton Daily News.
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