Bobby Gooch Jr. murdered or death by force in Springfield, Missouri.

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Bobby D. Gooch Jr., an 18-year-old from Springfield, Missouri, tragically lost his life on May 20, 2021. Early that morning, Springfield police responded to a call about a person lying in the road on East Chestnut Street. Upon arrival, officers found Bobby Gooch Jr. suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. This incident marked the 10th homicide in Springfield for the year 2021.

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Victim Details

name

Bobby D. Gooch Jr.

gender

Male

race

Black / African American

city

Springfield

state

Date of Death

2021-05-20

Age at Death

First Name

Bobby

Last Name

Gooch Jr.

Last Updated

11/21/2025

Bobby Gooch Jr.
Death by Force

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Bobby Gooch Jr.
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