A tragic shooting in England has resulted in three men being convicted after a father who had recently beaten cancer was killed at a bus stop in what investigators believe was a case of mistaken identity. Authorities say the victim, Dale Stogden, was likely not the intended target, but his death has left his family devastated and searching for answers.
Case Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Victim | Dale Stogden (known as Brett) |
| Age | 50 |
| Location | Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England |
| Incident Date | Aug. 12, 2025 |
| Main Suspect | Leyton Davies, 28 |
| Other Defendants | Adam Ahmed, 21; Marc Carter, 20 |
| Charges | Murder and manslaughter |
| Verdict | Davies convicted of murder; Ahmed and Carter convicted of manslaughter |
Deadly Shooting at Bus Stop
Police were called to a bus stop in Wakefield, a city in northern England, at around 9:43 p.m. on Aug. 12, 2025.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as 50-year-old Dale Stogden, who was known to friends and family as Brett.
He was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment but died later that same night from his injuries.
Investigation Reveals Stolen Vehicle and Gunman
Authorities launched an investigation into the fatal shooting.
Police determined that the gunman was Leyton Davies, who fired the shot from the passenger seat of a stolen Toyota RAV4.
Two other men were also inside the vehicle at the time:
- Adam Ahmed, 21
- Marc Carter, 20
Investigators discovered that the suspects had been searching for two other men earlier that day.
Messages exchanged between the three men suggested they were attempting to locate those individuals before the shooting occurred.
Victim Believed to Be Unintended Target
During the investigation, police concluded that Dale Stogden may not have been the intended victim.
Authorities believe the suspects were targeting two men who happened to be standing near Stogden at the bus stop.
Despite this, detectives emphasized that the mistaken identity does not lessen the seriousness of the crime.
Detective Chief Inspector James Entwistle said that killing the wrong person does not serve as a defense in court.
Court Verdict After Trial
Following a two-week trial, the court delivered its verdict on March 12.
The outcomes were:
- Leyton Davies was convicted of murder
- Adam Ahmed was convicted of manslaughter
- Marc Carter was also convicted of manslaughter
Police said the convictions bring a measure of justice for the victim’s family.
Sentencing details are expected to follow as part of the legal process.
Family Devastated by Loss
The victim’s daughters, Piper and Alyssa, spoke about their father after his death.
They said their father had recently overcome a serious health battle.
Stogden had been diagnosed with lung cancer but received the all-clear earlier in 2025.
Just months after recovering, his life was cut short by the shooting.
His daughters described him as a kind and loving father who always remained positive despite challenges.
Remembered as a Loving Father
Friends and family have remembered Stogden as a warm and caring person.
According to those close to him, he was known for his humor, kindness, and strong love for his daughters.
Family friend Diana Green said the loss has deeply affected the young women.
She explained that the daughters had recently been rebuilding their relationship with their father and spending more time with him.
His sudden death has left their lives forever changed.
