Arthur L. Ratcliff, a 41-year-old father of nine, was tragically shot and killed on July 15, 2015, in Independence, Missouri. Known affectionately as Lamont by his family, Ratcliff was described as a joyful and spirited individual who always brought happiness to those around him. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. near 30th Terrace and Lee’s Summit Road. Ratcliff had gone to the area earlier in the evening to check on his 6-year-old son, but the circumstances leading to his shooting remain un
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