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Linzie Humes

Case from Bristol, TN dated Jan 03, 2021

Victim Details

Linzie Humes

Male

Black / African American

Bristol

TN

2021-01-03

59

Linzie

Humes

07/22/2026

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On a cold January day in Bristol, Tennessee, a dispute over a damaged vehicle tragically escalated, ending the life of 59-year-old Linzie Humes. The incident, which occurred on January 3, 2021, stemmed from what authorities described as anger over property damage, leading to a fatal shooting that would ultimately involve law enforcement from two states.

The investigation into the death of Humes quickly pointed to a suspect who had fled the scene. The pursuit for the individual responsible ...
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  • HeraldCourier.com: Initial probe indicates damaged vehicle sparked fatal shooting
  • Sullivan Co. Sheriff: Suspect involved in fatal shooting reportedly angry over vehicle damage, victim identified
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    Has anyone else heard about Linzie Humes' neighbor's statements regarding that night? Apparently, a ... ...Read More
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