Dontai Goddard, a 21-year-old resident of Dayton, Ohio, died on September 25, 2023. Born January 13, 2002, he was remembered by family as having a vibrant personality who brought joy to those around him. He was preceded in death by his brother, Torion McCoy, and his great-grandmother.

Authorities investigated the fatal shooting and on October 11 a Montgomery County grand jury indicted 19-year-old Chaz Tyrell Owens of Dayton on two counts of murder and felonious assault in connection with the argument that reportedly led to the shooting. The indictment and the description of an argument as the apparent catalyst are the central developments reported in the weeks after the death.

If anyone knew Dontai or has information about the events of September 25, 2023, please share what you know.