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.
David McGriff’s case has since been classified as a cold case and remains an open investigation. The Dayton Police Department is actively seeking new leads, and the case is featured by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) as part of their efforts to bring visibility to unsolved homicides across the state. Public involvement is crucial for generating leads, and any individuals with information that might help solve the case are encouraged to contact Miami Valley Crime Stoppers or the Dayton Police Department. Even the smallest piece of information could be instrumental in bringing justice to David McGriff and providing closure for his loved ones.
If anyone has information about this case, they are urged to contact Miami Valley Crime Stoppers at 937-222-STOP or 1-800-637-5375. Tips can also be submitted through the BCI's cold case database.
