Sayed Hassan Villanueva, 42, was found shot in the neck in his Dayton home on Grafton Avenue and died on December 8, 2017. He was described as a devoted father, cook and someone who helped others. He is survived by daughters Sayeisha, Shamya, Sameera and Samisha Villanueva, a son, Davion Villanueva, and a granddaughter, Ma’Lana Villanueva.

Shortly after the body was discovered two young men were arrested on suspicion of murder but were later released pending further investigation; no formal charges have been announced. Dayton police continued to question multiple people and gather evidence as the investigation remained active. Villanueva’s fiancée, Tawana Callaway, expressed confidence that justice would be served.

If anyone knew Sayed, lived nearby, or has information about who might have been responsible, please share what you know with investigators.