On a cold December evening in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the life of 32-year-old Dexter Dunston was tragically cut short. On Friday, December 2, 2016, authorities responded to a 911 call around 8:00 p.m. reporting a man down on the 700 block of 3rd Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered Dunston, a male resident of the city, lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene, and Dunston was quickly transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Despite their efforts, he succumbed to his injuries while en route to the hospital. A joint investigation into his death was immediately launched by the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office and the Asbury Park Police Department.
In the days following the shooting, law enforcement officials appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of the person or persons responsible for Dunston's death.
However, no immediate arrests were made in connection with the homicide. The investigation into the fatal shooting was described as active and ongoing.
As of the latest available information, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests or the identification of any suspects in the murder of Dexter Dunston. The case remains an open investigation, leaving a community to mourn and a family to await answers in the violent death of their loved one. Authorities have continued to encourage anyone with information to come forward.
