Keyton Marlon Woods, a 20-year-old male from Dayton, OH, tragically passed away on November 15, 2022, due to an accidental shooting. The incident occurred at around 2:30 a.m. in the 3700 block of West Second Street near North Gettysburg Avenue. According to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center, police and medics were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of a person shot in the face.
Keyton was a resident of the house where the shooting happened.
Dayton police initially indicated that the shooting appeared to be unintentional. Lt. Steven Bauer of the Dayton Police Department mentioned that there were others present at the time of the shooting, but did not disclose who fired the gun. The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office confirmed Keyton's identity as the victim.
A woman was taken into custody the afternoon following the incident, but it remains unclear whether anyone will face charges as the investigation continues. The homicide unit is still investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting to determine if any criminal charges will be filed.
Keyton Marlon Woods was remembered fondly by his family and friends. He was known for his joyful personality and was a recent graduate working towards building a successful future. His last text message to his father was a picture of him with his diploma, accompanied by the words, "Wassup dad". Keyton's father responded with pride, encouraging him to keep up the good work.
The community gathered to honor Keyton's memory at a memorial service held at the Donald Jordan Memorial Chapel in Dayton. His family, including his father Evangelo Woods, bonus mom DeAndrea Smith, brothers Carmelo Jordan, Daytez Jones, Christian Woods, Christopher Smith, and Cyren Smith, sisters Darreauna Newell and Deauna Newell, and grandparents Salona Woods and Cecil and Dutchie Robison, along with many friends and loved ones, attended the service to pay their respects.
The investigation into Keyton Marlon Woods' death continues, and authorities are working to determine the full circumstances of the tragic incident.
