Dayton Police Seek Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect
Police are asking the public for tips after an armed robbery near South Broadway Street in Dayton.
Dayton Crime News
This page covers criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the local justice system and public safety. Reporting follows individual incidents, investigations and the policy decisions that guide departments across the city.
Accidents
Driver Hospitalized After Dayton Car Crash
A man remains in serious condition following a vehicle crash on North James H. McGee Boulevard.
Drug Crime
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Do you believe large-scale law enforcement operations make your community safer?
Two Plead Guilty in Dayton Drug Trafficking Case
Austin Womble and Pete Craft face federal charges following a broader operation targeting local drug distribution.
Criminal Justice
Kendrick Filed Motion to Move Murder Trial
The defendant requested a change of venue, citing concerns over media coverage in Montgomery County.
Law Enforcement
Live Poll
Do you trust your local government to spend tax money wisely on public buildings?
Dayton Lists Former Diner for Auction
The city is auctioning the 1988 downtown diner at a $5,000 starting price to clear the site for a planned police station.
Financial Crime
Live Poll
Do you feel your local business is well-protected against the rise of AI-powered financial fraud?
Dayton Bank and FBI Lead Fraud Prevention Workshop
Local business owners received guidance on mitigating financial risks amid rising national cyber crime losses.
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Day to day, that means police department actions, trial proceedings, court rulings and safety trends. Reporting follows these stories across the city and the communities around it. Differences in how municipal ordinances are enforced often drive the cycle of news within the metropolitan area. Investigations into department practices and judicial outcomes are the subjects that recur most frequently.