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Tyrone Smith III

Case from Rockford, IL dated Dec 20, 2014

Victim Details

Tyrone Smith III

Male

Black / African American

Rockford

IL

2014-12-20

6

Tyrone

Smith III

07/03/2026

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Tyrone Smith III, a 6-year-old African American boy from Rockford, Illinois, tragically lost his life on December 20, 2014. Tyrone, along with his younger brother Tobias K. Smith, aged 4, and their mother Martia Flint, aged 24, were found shot to death in their home. The incident also claimed the life of Demontae Rhodes, aged 24, who was living with the family at the time. The quadruple homicide shocked the Rockford community and led to an extensive investigation.

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  • Rockford Register Star: Rockford detectives transport quadruple homicide suspect to Winnebago County Jail
  • Rockford Register Star: Family stunned as Rockford police investigate quadruple homicide, including 2 kids
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    I can't stop thinking about how brave Martia must have been in her final moments. She knew the dange... ...Read More
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