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Shortly after 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dayton police responded to a shooting incident in the 100 block of Cambridge Avenue. A man reported that an unknown individual arrived in a white vehicle and pointed a handgun at him while he was at a friend’s house. In self-defense, the man fired shots at the suspect, who then fled towards a BP gas station on Salem Ave. Police apprehended a man matching the suspect’s description, identified as Selmon, with a loaded semi-automatic handgun. Selmon was arrested and taken to the Montgomery County Jail. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
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1. Suspect arrested in Dayton shooting incident
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The Dayton Police Respond to a Shooting Incident on Cambridge Avenue
On a quiet Sunday afternoon, the tranquility of the 100 block of Cambridge Avenue in Dayton was shattered by the sound of gunshots. The Dayton police swiftly received a report of a shooting incident that took place shortly after 2 p.m., sending shockwaves through the neighbourhood.
Details of the Incident
According to court records, a man who was visiting a friend’s house on Cambridge Avenue recounted a harrowing encounter with an unknown assailant. The man described how an individual in a white vehicle pulled up, brandishing a handgun and threatening him. In a moment of self-defence, the man fired shots at the suspect, causing him to flee the scene.
The Pursuit of the Suspect
As chaos ensued on Cambridge Avenue, the suspect made a hasty escape on foot, heading towards the BP gas station located at 500 Salem Ave. Dayton police officers sprang into action, determined to apprehend the perpetrator before he could pose further danger to the community. Their efforts paid off when they located a man, later identified as Selmon, who matched the description of the suspect provided by witnesses.
Arrest and Recovery of Evidence
Upon apprehending Selmon, officers made a startling discovery – a loaded semi-automatic handgun concealed on his person. Selmon was promptly taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail, where he awaits his legal fate.
The swift response and actions of the Dayton police have brought a sense of relief to the residents of Cambridge Avenue, reassuring them that justice will be served in the wake of this disturbing incident. The community can rest assured that law enforcement is dedicated to ensuring their safety and protecting their neighbourhood from such acts of violence.
As investigations continue into the motives behind the shooting and the circumstances that led to this altercation, the Dayton police remain vigilant in their pursuit of truth and justice. The incident on Cambridge Avenue serves as a stark reminder of the importance of community vigilance and cooperation in maintaining peace and order in our neighbourhoods.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as law enforcement works tirelessly to bring closure to the residents of Dayton and ensure that incidents like these are swiftly and decisively dealt with.
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