Latest / Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Teen Shot in East Price Hill | Dayton News
A 14-year-old boy, Rakeem Blair Jr., was fatally shot in the head during a violent confrontation in East Price Hill — a heartbreaking loss that underscores the devastating impact of senseless gun violence on our youngest. Witnesses say teens were throwing rocks at a home when a man fired a shot, striking Rakeem. In a moment of extraordinary courage, Metro bus driver Briona Akins pulled over to provide life-saving aid until emergency crews arrived. As the community mourns, Rakeem’s family has launched a GoFundMe to cover funeral costs — a plea for support amid unimaginable grief. Listen in…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.