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David Smith

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Dec 28, 2022

Victim Details

David Smith

Male

Philadelphia

PA

2022-12-28

55

David

Smith

07/04/2026

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David Smith, a 55-year-old male from Philadelphia, PA, tragically died on December 28, 2022. He was found lying on the corner of Custer Street and Allegheny Avenue at around 5:03 a.m., and despite the efforts of Philadelphia Police officers who rushed him to Temple University Hospital, he was pronounced deceased upon arrival.

The investigation into David Smith's death revealed that he had been stabbed on the 3200 block of G Street. Following a thorough investigation, the Philadelphia Poli ...
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  • David Smith - DC# 22-25-072486 - PhillyPoliceUnsolvedMurders
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