Amadou Diallo, 22, Fatally Shot at Dayton Gas Station Near University Campus
DAYTON, Ohio — A community is mourning after a young man, 22-year-old Amadou Diallo, was tragically shot and killed earlier this week at a Speedway gas station near the University of Dayton. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of Monday, drawing swift response from local law enforcement and emergency medical services.
According to a statement released Friday by Montgomery County Coroner Dr. Kent Harshbarger, Diallo succumbed to his injuries at Miami Valley Hospital, where he was transported following the shooting. He was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The formal cause and manner of death are still pending, and an investigation remains underway by the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office. Authorities have not yet released details about potential suspects or the circumstances that led up to the shooting.
Police and first responders were called to the scene at approximately 12:10 a.m. Monday at the Speedway gas station, located near the intersection of East Stewart and Brown Streets—a well-traveled area frequented by both local residents and students from the nearby University of Dayton.
The incident has raised serious concerns in the community, particularly given its proximity to a major college campus. While it is unclear whether Diallo had any affiliation with the university, the fatal shooting has sent ripples through both the student body and the broader Dayton population.
Law enforcement officials have urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that community cooperation will be crucial to bringing justice in this case. Surveillance footage from the gas station and surrounding areas is currently being reviewed, and police are working to piece together a timeline of events leading up to the shooting.
Little has been made public so far about Amadou Diallo himself, but friends and loved ones have begun sharing their grief online, describing him as a “kind soul” with “so much life ahead of him.” As the investigation unfolds, many are left struggling to understand why such a senseless act of violence occurred.
The Dayton Police Department has assured the public that all leads are being pursued with urgency and that updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Meanwhile, an increased police presence has been noted in the area as a precaution and to help restore a sense of security.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact Dayton Police or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
As the community grapples with the loss of another young life, the memory of Amadou Diallo is already becoming a rallying point for renewed calls to address violence and enhance public safety—particularly in spaces frequented by young adults and students.
