What happened in the Dayton shooting case involving Isabella Carlos?

Javen Conner is on trial for allegedly firing dozens of shots at a duplex, which resulted in the death of 12-year-old Isabella Carlos who was sleeping in her bed.

Who is Antawan Benson in relation to Javen Conner's trial?

Antawan Benson is Javen Conner's brother and was convicted last week for his involvement in the same shooting incident that killed Isabella Carlos.

What is the defense's argument in Javen Conner's trial?

The defense is arguing reasonable doubt, questioning Conner's motive and suggesting that the prosecution has not proven he is responsible for the death of the 12-year-old girl.

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Sleeping Girl Killed: Murder Trial Begins

16 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Trial starts for Javen Conner, accused of killing a girl in her bed.
Prosecutors allege Conner fired dozens of shots at a duplex.
Defense questions motive and claims reasonable doubt.

Sleeping Girl Killed: Murder Trial Begins

Javen Conner's trial began this Monday, with prosecutors alleging he is responsible for the death of 12-year-old Isabella Carlos. The young girl was asleep in her bed when stray bullets, fired by Conner, entered her home. The incident occurred on August 23, 2024, when Conner and his brother, Antawan Benson, reportedly fired over three dozen shots at a duplex on West Fairview Avenue.

Prosecutors contend that the gunfire was directed at a duplex where a woman known to the brothers from social media resided. Evidence presented includes surveillance footage allegedly showing the brothers with high-powered weapons hours before the shooting. Antawan Benson was previously convicted in a trial that concluded last week, with prosecutors securing a conviction against him.