Authorities in Montgomery County have identified the man found fatally shot in Harrison Township as 27-year-old Claude Page. The discovery occurred on Thursday as Dayton police were recovering a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Klepinger Road and Seibenthaler Avenue.
While responding to the stolen vehicle investigation, officers came across an unresponsive man in a wooded area. The scene quickly turned into a more complex operation as law enforcement secured the area and alerted the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office. Major Jeremy Roy from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the discovery.
The coroner’s office later identified the victim as Claude Page. According to officials, Page was found along the 3500 block of Klepinger Road and had suffered a gunshot wound. The official cause and manner of death remain pending as investigators continue their forensic analysis.
Authorities have not released details about potential suspects or motives in the case. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation, working to determine if the shooting is linked to the stolen vehicle recovery operation. It is unclear whether Page’s death occurred at the location where his body was found or if it was moved there afterward.
Residents in Harrison Township have expressed concern over the violence, which has sparked unease in the community. While no warnings have been issued, law enforcement encourages vigilance and reporting of any suspicious activity. Officials are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
As the investigation unfolds, Page’s death serves as a somber reminder of the challenges in addressing violent crime. The community hopes for swift justice and answers surrounding the circumstances of this tragic event. Further updates will be provided as authorities release additional information.