John Turner Jr., a 40-year-old African American male from Dayton, OH, tragically passed away on June 16, 2015. Turner, affectionately known as B.J., was born on May 24, 1975, in Gary, IN. His death was unexpected and deeply mourned by his family and friends.
Turner's death was the result of a fatal shooting that occurred in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Norris Drive in Dayton. The incident took place during an altercation over a mutual female acquaintance.
Turner was shot by Michael Felton, a 24-year-old Dayton resident, who was later indicted on several felony charges, including murder. Felton was formally charged with murder as a result of felonious assault with a deadly weapon, murder as a result of felonious assault causing serious physical harm, and tampering with evidence, among other charges.
Felton, who had a prior criminal record including convictions for burglary and carrying a concealed weapon, was arraigned and held on a $1 million bond. Witnesses at the scene included Turner's child, who is a minor. Felton initially pleaded not guilty but later changed his plea to guilty for murder, tampering with evidence, and having weapons under disability. He faced a potential sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
The case drew significant attention from the local community and law enforcement, with the Montgomery County Prosecutor's office leading the investigation. The tragic loss of John Turner Jr. highlighted issues of violence and gun crime in the Dayton area, prompting calls for increased community safety measures and support for affected families.
John Turner Jr.'s death remains a poignant reminder of the impact of violent crime on individuals and communities. His memory lives on through the love and remembrance of those who knew him.
