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Gerald Smith

Case from Oakland, CA dated Nov 09, 2020

Victim Details

Gerald Smith

Male

Oakland

CA

2020-11-09

47

Gerald

Smith

07/29/2026

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Gerald Smith, a 47-year-old resident of Oakland, California, tragically passed away on November 9, 2020. His death was the result of a violent incident that has since been the subject of extensive investigation and legal proceedings. On the night of his death, Smith was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a residential area of Oakland. Despite immediate medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The circumstances surrounding his death pointed to a targeted attack, leading au ...
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  • East Bay Times: Names of recent Oakland fatal shooting victims released
  • East Bay Times: Fatal shooting, collision send Oakland homicides over century mark for 2020
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