Chendo Lamont "BJ" Buford Jr., a 26-year-old African American male from Dayton, Ohio, tragically passed away on March 2, 2020. Buford was fatally shot at the Eagle Ridge apartment complex in Dayton, and multiple eyewitnesses identified Karlton Stephone Jones, 25, as the shooter. Jones was subsequently indicted on charges of murder and felonious assault.
He remains in Montgomery County Jail on a $1 million bond, awaiting trial.
The case has seen several developments, including a rescheduled trial date set for June 21, 2021. Jones faces serious legal consequences if convicted, as the Montgomery County Prosecutor's Office has pursued the charges vigorously. The community continues to seek justice for Buford, whose untimely death has left a significant impact on his family and friends.
Buford is remembered fondly by his loved ones, including his mother Elisha Burress, stepfather Ray Robinson, and his children Chendasia, Chendo III, and Dior. His passing has been a profound loss, and his memory is cherished by those who knew him.
