Dayton Police Investigate Shooting near Linden Avenue
A witness reported that an individual fired multiple gunshots from a truck early Saturday morning.
Dayton Violence News
Coverage of violence in Dayton focuses on crime trends, public safety initiatives, law enforcement investigations and community responses. Reporting follows investigations from the initial incident through to court outcomes.
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October 23, 2026
Dayton Man Sentenced for Fatal ShootingCalvino Mynatt receives an eight-year prison sentence following a guilty plea in the death of his daughter.
October 20, 2026
Dayton Man Sentenced to Prison for 2024 MurderAngelo Champion receives a prison sentence of 24 years to life for the shooting death of D'Juan Hall.
October 16, 2026
Judge Sentences Dayton Shooter to 12 to 16.5 YearsAldayshein Morgan received his sentence following a guilty plea for the involuntary manslaughter of Korwyn Moore.
October 13, 2026
Dayton Offered Reward for 2024 Homicide InformationOhio officials have announced a $3,000 reward for tips leading to an arrest in the death of 25-year-old DeJuan Hooker.
October 11, 2026
Masked Gunman Shot Victim in DaytonA man was hospitalized after being shot in the leg by a masked suspect on Canfield Avenue.
October 9, 2026
Two Men Indicted for Murder in Dayton ShootingA Montgomery County grand jury indicted two men for the May shooting death of 32-year-old Andre Carpenter.
October 6, 2026
Woman Shot Man During Dayton AltercationA 32-year-old woman allegedly fired a weapon at a 38-year-old man during a fight on West Third Street.
October 5, 2026
Dayton Police Arrested Suspect in Fatal ShootingAuthorities apprehended one man in connection with a May homicide, while a second suspect remains at large.
October 3, 2026
Person Stabbed During Fight on Morgan AvenueA stabbing occurred in the 200 block of Morgan Avenue early last Thursday morning.
October 2, 2026
Dayton Shooting Suspect Entered Insanity PleaA judge has ordered a mental evaluation for the 18-year-old defendant charged in a 2026 murder case.
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Day to day, that means monitoring official incident reports, public safety briefings, court filings and the measures used to address safety concerns. It reaches across the city and the communities around it as specific events dictate. These incidents often peak during warmer months and follow shifts in neighborhood dynamics. Changes to law enforcement policies and shifts in the timing of local court cases most often shape the frequency of these reports.