Dominick Dom Anthony Diaz-Francis, a 17-year-old male of Hispanic ethnicity, tragically died on February 1, 2020, in Ravenna, Ohio. Initially reported as an accidental shooting, the case was later reclassified as a homicide after a thorough investigation by the Ravenna Police Department. The incident occurred at an apartment building in the 700 block of Woodgate Blvd.
A handgun was found at the scene, and the only witness remaining at the location was questioned by the police.
Following the investigation, Lynden Jones, a 19-year-old male, was identified as a suspect in the shooting death of Diaz-Francis. Jones was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Austin, Texas, on February 9, 2021, without incident. He was charged with third-degree felony involuntary manslaughter with alcohol in the death of Diaz-Francis. The partnership between local and federal agencies was crucial in bringing Jones to justice.
The case highlights the importance of thorough investigations and collaboration between law enforcement agencies to ensure justice for victims and their families. The tragic loss of Dominick Diaz-Francis serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of violence on young lives and communities.
