Shamyrion Edward Duke Alexander was an 11-year-old boy from Dayton, Ohio, who died after an accidental shooting inside a home on Randolph Street on August 4, 2021. The shooting happened shortly after 9 p.m.; Shamyrion was pronounced dead at the scene. A 40-caliber handgun was recovered and initial investigation indicated a young relative, also about 11, gained access to the firearm and accidentally fired it.

The Montgomery County Coroner confirmed Shamyrion’s identity and cause of death. Dayton police said no arrests had been made and that charges could be considered against the gun owner for failing to keep the firearm out of children’s reach; the investigation was turned over to the Montgomery County Prosecutor’s Office for review. This remains a tragic case that has prompted calls for safer gun storage and education.

If anyone knew Shamyrion or has information relevant to the investigation, please share what you know.