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Perry Smith

Case from Saint-joseph, MO dated Jun 24, 2016

Victim Details

Perry S. Smith

Male

White / Caucasian

Saint-joseph

MO

2016-06-24

54

Perry

Smith

07/18/2026

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In the quiet community of Saint Joseph, Missouri, the life of 54-year-old Perry Scott Smith, a Caucasian male, was tragically cut short on June 24, 2016. The well-educated man, who held bachelor's degrees in both Biology and Chemistry from Missouri Western State College, was found deceased with gunshot wounds. The discovery of his body prompted an immediate and thorough homicide investigation by the local police department, sending ripples of shock and concern through the neighborhood.

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  • Officials release name of homicide victim
  • Smith, Perry S. 1962-2016 | Obituaries - St. Joseph News-Press
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