Ohio – An Ohio man has been arrested and charged with the murder of his child, Keymani, 13. The victims lifeless body was discovered in abandoned building, prompting a swift and thorough investigation by Ohio authorities. The victim was reported missing earlier this month. Her father, later identified as 33-year-old DarneII, initially informed authorities that she had left their residence, expressing concerns about her safety when alone. However, inconsistencies in the defendant’s statements led investigators to focus their attention on him as a person of interest.
On March 23, an arrest warrant was issued for the man on charges of abduction. The following day, March 24, the victim’s body was discovered in a dilapidated building. The Coroner’s Office confirmed that the cause of death was multiple deep cuts to her neck, ruling the manner of death as homicide.
The circumstances surrounding the victim’s death are both harrowing and heartbreaking. Autopsy results revealed that she had been nearly d-capitated, se-ually assaulted and had her hands sevvered.
The defendant was apprehended on March 25 following a violent confrontation with police SWAT officers. He allegedly fired at officers from inside his sweatshirt, prompting them to return fire, resulting in critical injuries to the man. He was transported to a local hospital and is expected to survive.
Police Chief George addressed the media, stating that the investigation is ongoing and that authorities are committed to uncovering the full extent of the circumstances leading to the victim’s death. He emphasized the collaborative efforts of local and state agencies in pursuing justice for the young victim.
The father’s girlfriend told authorities that on March 21, the man called her and asked her to turn off the home cameras. The girlfriend, however, claimed that she did not comply with his request. She also reported being in the bedroom when a family member witnessed the defendant moving items from his vehicle to the basement.
According to the girlfriend, she later contacted the authorities, who obtained a search warrant and seized the items. She also stated that she had not seen the man after the items were taken by authorities.
Family members and community members have expressed profound grief over the loss of the child. A vigil was held at the site where her body was found, with nearly 100 attendees honoring her memory. One attendee remarked, “It’s a deep wound for the whole community.”
The investigation into the child’s death continues as authorities piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident. The defendant now faces charges of murder, felonious assault, and abduction. As the legal process unfolds, the Ohio community remains united in grief, seeking justice for a life taken too soon.