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David Smith

Case from Detroit, MI dated Dec 27, 2012

Victim Details

David Smith

March 28, 2022

Male

Black / African American

Detroit

MI

2012-12-27

2012-12-27

54

David

Smith

07/12/2026


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On December 27, 2012, a 54-year-old Black male named David Smith was found dead at a residence on McLean Street in Hamtramck, a city surrounded by Detroit, Michigan. The incident occurred specifically at 2753 McLean Street during the holiday season between Christmas and New Year's Eve. Officers from the local police department were called to the scene where they discovered Smith's body, marking a grim end to the year for the community and his family.

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  • Man Pleads Guilty To Spreading HIV, Wanted To 'Kill' - CBS Detroit
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