Dayton Police Investigate Early Sunday Morning Shooting on Canfield Avenue
Dayton Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in the 1200 block of Canfield Avenue. A 28-year-old male sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his ankle and was taken to an area hospital.
Dayton, OH, October 11, 2026 — Dayton Police Department officials confirmed they are actively investigating a shooting incident that took place in the early hours of Sunday morning. The incident occurred in the 1200 block of Canfield Avenue.
According to initial reports, law enforcement responded to the scene where they discovered a 28-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound. The injury was described as non-life-threatening, specifically affecting the individual’s ankle. Medical personnel were summoned to the location, and the injured party was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to gather information about the event. The specific cause of the shooting and any potential suspects have not been identified at this time. Information regarding any arrests or charges related to the incident was not immediately available.
The Dayton Police Department is urging anyone with information pertaining to the shooting to come forward. However, no specific contact information or appeals for witnesses were detailed in the initial summary provided.
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