Deanne Himon, a 41-year-old woman from Toledo, Ohio, tragically lost her life on November 5, 2020. She was fatally shot in the chest during a violent incident at the Parqwood Apartments on Parkwood Avenue. The incident began as a hit-and-run accident, which escalated into a confrontation involving multiple individuals. Deanne Himon, along with Gary Witcher and Tyrone Ursey, were killed in the ensuing gunfire.
A fourth person was injured but survived.
The suspect in this triple homicide case is D'Angelo Porter. Porter was later indicted on multiple counts of aggravated murder, murder, and felonious assault. He initially pleaded not guilty to all charges, but eventually, he pleaded guilty to two counts of aggravated murder and one count of felonious assault and reckless homicide. Porter's trial began in January 2022, and he was sentenced to life in prison for his crimes.
The tragic loss of Deanne Himon and the other victims has deeply affected the community, and efforts to address gun violence have been initiated in response to this and similar incidents. The case has drawn significant attention, highlighting the ongoing challenges of addressing violent crime in Toledo and the broader implications for public safety and community well-being.
