Dekota Chase Smith murdered or death by force in Granite-falls, North-carolina.

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Dekota Chase Smith, a 16-year-old male from Granite Falls, North Carolina, tragically passed away on April 10, 2016. Dekota was a student at South Caldwell High School and was known for his involvement in the wrestling and track teams. On the day of his death, Dekota was at his grandparents' home, engaging in a video chat with a friend via Skype. During the chat, he was showing his friend a gun when it accidentally discharged, resulting in his death.

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WNCN: Family: Teen showed off gun on video chat before accidentally shooting self

WSOC: 16-year-old dies in accidental shooting, Caldwell Co. deputies say

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Victim Details

name

Dekota Chase Smith

gender

Male

city

Granite-falls

state

Date of Death

2016-04-10

Age at Death

First Name

Dekota

Last Name

Chase Smith

Last Updated

11/17/2025

Dekota Chase Smith
Death by Force

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Dekota Chase Smith
Death by Force