Donald E. Armstrong III, a 26-year-old male from Cincinnati, tragically lost his life on May 30, 2018, in Dayton, Ohio. He was fatally shot inside an apartment on Maryland Avenue. According to a witness, Armstrong was shot in the head and neck. The Montgomery County Coroner's office confirmed his death.
Following Armstrong's death, two suspects were arrested in connection with the homicide.
The suspects, a man and a woman, were found in a vehicle near Cincinnati and were linked to several bank robberies in the Miami Valley area. Both suspects were taken into custody and held in the Hamilton County Justice Center. Montgomery County prosecutors approved several charges against Joshua Beall, 29, of Fairborn, including two counts of murder in the killing of Donald E. Armstrong III.
The investigation revealed that the vehicle the suspects fled in was stolen in an aggravated robbery in Huber Heights. The suspects were reportedly armed when they were found by the police. The tragic incident has left Armstrong's family and friends grieving the loss of a young man who was known for his great personality and willingness to help others.
Armstrong's death has been a significant case in Dayton, with law enforcement working diligently to bring those responsible to justice. The community continues to remember him fondly and honor his memory.
