(UPDATE) Man dead, woman hospitalized after Dayton shooting

DAYTON — One man is dead and one female is in the hospital after a shooting in Dayton Wednesday evening, according to Dayton Police Lieutenant Steven Bauer.

Around 7:45 pm Dayton police and medics were called to the 700 block of Brooklyn Avenue for reports of a shooting, according to Montgomery County regional dispatch.

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When officers arrived on scene, the man was pronounced dead, Bauer said. News Center 7 is working to learn his identity.

A 24-year-old woman was transported to Miami Valley Hospital for medical treatment. She is currently in critical condition, Bauer said.

The Dayton Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the incident.

If anyone has information about this incident, contact (937) 333-1232 to speak with a detective. To remain anonymous and still report information, use Crime Stoppers at (937) 222-STOP.

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