FD Police seek help in finding person of interest
David Dayton
The Fort Dodge Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a person of interest in the shooting death of Ryan R. Andrews on Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, that is now being labeled a homicide.
Investigators are looking for 37‐year‐old David S. Dayton of Fort Dodge for questioning in the homicide. Mr. Dayton is described as 6 feet 5 inches tall, weighing 235 pounds, with blue eyes, and short brown hair. Mr. Dayton is currently wanted out of Pocahontas County for a parole violation on an original charge of drug abuse violation.
As part of this investigation, Webster County Crime Stoppers is offering a $500 reward to anyone with information as to the specific and current whereabouts of Mr. Dayton. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Fort Dodge Police Department at (515) 573-1424. Information may also be submitted anonymously via Crime Stoppers by calling (515) 573‐1444 (STOP), online at www.wccrimestoppers.com or by texting “LEC” and the tip to CRIMES (274637).
