Dymond "Dime" Ortello, Sr., a 34-year-old African American male from Youngstown, OH, tragically lost his life on February 9, 2020. He was fatally shot in the parking lot of the Brothers of Power Classic Cars club on Logan Avenue. The incident occurred during a chaotic scene involving multiple shootings inside and outside the club, which resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including Dymond Ortello and his brother, Daniel Ortello, 31.
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Shelton, 46, was identified as the shooter. Shelton initially faced charges of aggravated murder, murder, and tampering with evidence. However, he later reached a plea agreement with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter with a firearm specification. In May 2022, Shelton was sentenced to 13 to 18 years in prison. During the trial, Shelton claimed he was acting in self-defense after witnessing his friend, Charles Pullen, being killed inside the club. Despite his claims, the court found him guilty of the lesser charge.
The tragic events of that night left a lasting impact on the Ortello family and the community. Dymond Ortello was remembered as an entrepreneur and co-owner of All-N-Ent Recording Studio, as well as a loving father and family man. His death, along with that of his brother, has been a source of grief and sorrow for his loved ones.
The case drew significant attention from local law enforcement and the community, highlighting issues of gun violence and the need for improved safety measures in nightlife establishments. The plea agreement and subsequent sentencing of Robert Shelton brought some closure to the family, although the pain of losing two brothers in such a violent manner remains profound.
