Crime
23-year-old Justin Askew killed in Trotwood shooting
Authorities are working to determine if any arrests have been made.
The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who died after being shot in Trotwood and seeking help at two gas stations.
Justin Askew, 23, was the victim of the shooting.
The investigation began when one of the victims drove into a gas station in the area of Salem Avenue and Free Pike and called 911.
The victim then drove a block to the Sonoco gas station, where workers called for assistance around 2:40 AM.
A 911 caller reported that a man had been shot and was deceased in the parking lot.
Another victim was also injured and was transported to Miami Valley Hospital along with Askew.
Unfortunately, Askew did not survive the journey.
Trotwood Police believe the shooting itself occurred near the 5300 block of Free Pike.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine if any arrests have been made.
Crime
18-year-old Timothy Haynes killed in North Charleston shooting
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in North Charleston.
Timothy Haynes, 18, was pronounced dead at approximately 11:54 p.m. at the scene of the incident on Wales Court, according to Charleston County Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal.
The cause of death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound.
North Charleston Police responded to a call reporting gunfire and an unresponsive individual in the 4200 block of Wales Court. Upon arrival, officers discovered Haynes lying on the ground.
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
They continued life-saving measures until paramedics arrived, but Haynes succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities canvassed the area, seeking video surveillance and witnesses to gather further information.
The North Charleston Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the North Charleston Police Tip Line at 843-607-2076.
This is an ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.