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David McGriff

Death by Force
Case Description
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On October 6, 1989, David McGriff was tragically shot to death in Dayton, Ohio. The incident occurred in the area of 333 Hopeland, located in Montgomery County. After being shot, McGriff managed to get into his dark blue 1981 two-door Grand Prix and attempted to drive away. Unfortunately, he was unable to make it far and subsequently collided with another vehicle. Despite the immediate response from law enforcement, no suspects were apprehended, and the case remains unsolved.

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    Victim Details

    David McGriff

    February 11, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Dayton

    OH

    1989-10-06

    1989-10-06

    David

    McGriff

    11/26/2025


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