Eddie Mack Jr., a 57-year-old African American man from Dayton, Ohio, tragically passed away on August 10, 2018. He was shot multiple times outside a residence in the 300 block of Huron Avenue. The incident occurred on the evening of August 10, and Eddie was pronounced dead at Miami Valley Hospital. The Montgomery County Coroner's Office confirmed his identity the following day.
Dayton police launched an investigation into the shooting, but no suspects were immediately identified.
The investigation did not point towards drugs as a connection, and no weapons were found at the scene. The police closed Huron Avenue from Oakridge Drive to Edison Street for the investigation. An ATF agent and a K-9 unit were also involved in the investigation, sniffing out shell casings.
Despite the thorough investigation, no arrests have been made in connection with Eddie Mack Jr.'s death. The case remains open, and the Dayton police homicide detectives continue to work on it. The community and Eddie's family have been left seeking answers and justice for his untimely death.
Eddie Mack Jr. is remembered by his family and friends as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Angela Mack, six children, four siblings, and a granddaughter. His passing has left a significant void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
