Crime
Weinland Park stabbing victim identified as 22-year-old Amareyon Daniels
23-year-old Shavar Johnson of Richland County arrived at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center with a stab wound. He was driven to the hospital by his girlfriend, 21-year-old Courtney Webb, also of Richland County.
Columbus police have identified a man found fatally stabbed Wednesday morning in Weinland Park as 22-year-old Amareyon Daniels. Homicide detectives have charged a Richland County couple in connection with his death.
Daniels was discovered unresponsive around 7:30 a.m. in the 1300 block of North Grant Avenue.
He had suffered multiple stab wounds and was found in a pool of blood. Columbus Division of Fire medics pronounced him dead at 7:39 a.m., prompting homicide detectives to investigate.
Approximately 15 minutes later, at 7:45 a.m., 23-year-old Shavar Johnson of Richland County arrived at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center with a stab wound. He was driven to the hospital by his girlfriend, 21-year-old Courtney Webb, also of Richland County.
According to initial statements provided to detectives, the couple claimed that Daniels had robbed Webb and threatened to sexually assault her. Johnson reportedly intervened, and during the ensuing struggle, Johnson sustained a stab wound.
However, investigators discovered evidence that contradicted their account.
Surveillance footage from the scene showed Webb sitting inside a black 2011 Chevrolet HHR (Heritage High Roof) with Daniels when Johnson approached the vehicle, opened Daniels’ door, and began stabbing him.
When detectives confronted Webb with the video evidence, she changed her story but later requested legal representation when further inconsistencies were highlighted.
Detectives are still investigating the motive behind the encounter, as it is unclear why the Richland County couple was meeting Daniels in Columbus.
Johnson has been charged with murder in connection with Daniels’ death, while Webb faces charges of obstructing justice. Both suspects are being held in Franklin County Jail and are scheduled to appear in Municipal Court on Thursday.
Columbus police are asking the public for any video evidence related to Daniels, Johnson, Webb, or the black 2011 Chevrolet HHR with Ohio license plate number JMJ-2728. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Columbus Division of Police.
The investigation remains active, and authorities continue to pursue leads to uncover the full details surrounding the incident.
GARY, IN – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Tuesday night, leaving one man dead and two individuals injured.
According to the Gary Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of Delaware Street at approximately 10:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a possible gunshot victim.
Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple victims inside the residence.
A 22-year-old woman from East Chicago was found suffering from a gunshot wound.
She was provided immediate medical assistance at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
Inside the home, officers located a 26-year-old male victim from Gary in the kitchen.
He was unresponsive and had sustained a fatal gunshot wound. Emergency responders pronounced him deceased at the scene.
Additionally, a 31-year-old man from Chicago was found to have sustained a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
Authorities confirmed that he was transported to Methodist Northlake Hospital by a private party prior to law enforcement’s arrival. His current condition remains undisclosed.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and the investigation is ongoing. The Gary Police Department urges anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. Individuals can contact detectives at (219) 755-3855.
Authorities are working diligently to gather further details and urge community members to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity related to the case.