Larry Demetrius Axel, a 39-year-old Black male from Dayton, Ohio, was tragically murdered on June 16, 2015. He was found shot to death in an alley near the 3700 block of West Third Street in Dayton. The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office determined that he had been shot multiple times and pronounced him dead at the scene. This incident marked Dayton's 10th homicide of the year at that time.
The investigation into Larry Axel's death has remained unsolved.
The Dayton Police Department has been actively working on the case, but no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The case is listed as an unsolved homicide by the Ohio Attorney General's Office, and authorities continue to seek information from the public. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to submit a tip to assist in solving this case.
Despite the ongoing investigation, the case has not led to any significant developments or litigations. The Dayton Police Department and the Ohio Attorney General's Office have both emphasized the importance of finding justice for Larry Axel and have urged anyone with information to come forward.
The loss of Larry Axel has left a void in the community, and his loved ones continue to seek closure and justice for his untimely death. The investigation remains open, and authorities remain committed to solving this case and bringing those responsible to justice.