Tragedy Strikes as Toddler Shot at Home | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

A heartbreaking tragedy struck Columbus as a 21-month-old boy, Jashawn Butler, died from a gunshot wound inside his home. His father, Deshawn Butler, claims the toddler found an unsecured gun while he was briefly away from a gun safe — a moment that ended in fatal violence. Neighbors heard the blast and saw the father rush downstairs with his son, who was rushed to the hospital but died shortly after midnight. Deshawn now faces felony child endangering and multiple misdemeanor charges tied to prior violent incidents. Franklin County Children Services had no active involvement with the family…