Danekua M. Bankston, a 28-year-old woman from Youngstown, Ohio, was shot multiple times at her Oregon Avenue home on February 8, 2019. The shooting occurred while her three children were present. Danekua was placed on life support for several days before her family made the decision to withdraw care. Her death was ruled a homicide.

Police arrested her ex-boyfriend, Kyle Rice, and charged him in connection with the shooting. Danekua’s family described her as a loving mother and a talented beautician who had a heart of gold; they have taken responsibility for raising her three children since her death. The circumstances of the shooting and its impact on the children remain central to the case.

Does anyone have information about Danekua’s final days, the events at the Oregon Avenue home, or contacts who might help shed light on what happened?