Dayton police were dispatched around 12:30 a.m. to the 2800 block of Salem Avenue on a report of a shooting.
“(Fontenot) was walking on the sidewalk in front of Arby’s restaurant, and he was approached by another male,” said Dayton police Maj. Brian Johns. “That male then shot him several times and fled the scene.”
The suspect fled on foot and was armed with a handgun, he said.
There were several cars near the Arby’s when the shooting took place and investigators hope someone has information that will help them identify a suspect.
“There’s no way they did not actually hear these shots fired, so we’re asking for the community’s help in trying to locate a suspect in this case,” Johns said.
Anyone with information can call 937-333-1232 to speak to a detective. To remain anonymous, contact Miami Valley Crime Stoppers at www.miamivalleycrimestoppers.com or 937-222-STOP (7867).
The department’s homicide unit is investigating the shooting.
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