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Azarion Melvin

Case from Dayton, OH dated Oct 30, 2021

Victim Details

Azarion Melvin

Male

Black / African American

Dayton

OH

2021-10-30

14

Azarion

Melvin

06/28/2026

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Azarion Melvin, a 14-year-old boy from Dayton, Ohio, tragically died on October 30, 2021, from a gunshot wound. He was found at a home in the 1900 block of Larkswood Drive, where he did not reside but was acquainted with the people there. According to a 911 call, Azarion's cousin discovered his body and reported that it appeared Azarion had shot himself while going down the stairs. The police investigation labeled the incident as a homicide/murder, but no arrests have been made.

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  • WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio: UPDATE: Teen found shot, killed in Dayton home identified; homicide investigation continues
  • 14-year-old boy who was shot to death was Dayton Public Schools student
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    Has anyone else been following the case of Azarion Melvin? It's such a tragic loss for his family an... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else noticed the lack of updates from the authorities about Azarion Melvin’s case? It's... ...Read More
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    I keep thinking about how Azarion's school friends must be feeling right now. It's just so devastati... ...Read More
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