Dayton Willis Dies after his 16th birthday in Columbus Double Churches Road Shooting, Grandma Mourns
Isabella Harris Dayton Willis Dies on 16th Birthday: Columbus Double Churches Road Shooting Tragedy, Grief Grips Family
A heart-wrenching incident has shaken Columbus as Dayton Willis, a teenager who had just celebrated his 16th birthday, tragically lost his life to gun violence. The Columbus Police Department confirmed in a news release that Dayton Willis is the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred in the 2300 block of Double Churches Road.
The somber turn of events unfolded overnight, leaving the community in mourning. Responding to the distressing incident, police officers discovered Dayton Willis near a ball field at Double Churches Park, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite valiant efforts by EMS, Dayton’s life could not be saved. Muscogee County Deputy Coroner Dustin Harrelson pronounced him deceased on Thursday at 1:36 a.m., according to the official news release.
Dayton Willis had just turned 16 on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in his life. Residing in Columbus with his aunt, he was found in her car, which was positioned along the road’s shoulder, adjacent to a tree line near the ball field at the park. The initial investigations, led by Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan, indicated no signs of a vehicular accident involving the car. However, a .38 revolver was discovered in Dayton’s lap, although the nature of the incident points to a homicide due to the presence of multiple gunshot wounds.
Columbus Police Department urges anyone who possesses information about this devastating case to come forward and provide assistance in the ongoing investigation.
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The untimely loss of Dayton Willis has left his family and the Columbus community grappling with sorrow. The search for answers continues, as the community stands united in the pursuit of justice for Dayton and his grieving family.
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