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Alexander Lamar West

Death by Force
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Alexander Lamar West, a 25-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically died on May 4, 2018, in Knoxville, TN. He was fatally shot in the head at the Caprice Apartments on Valley View Drive. The incident occurred during a heated argument with Antonio Gipson, who was dating the mother of West's son. Gipson confronted West about a text message regarding the upbringing of his son, which led to a verbal altercation. During the confrontation, Gipson shot West at close range with a .25-cali ...Read More
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  • wbir.com: KPD: Victim in North Knoxville shooting died, suspect turned himself in
  • Alexander LaMar West - Obituary - New Generation Funeral Home
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    Victim Details

    Alexander Lamar West

    Male

    Black / African American

    Knoxville

    TN

    2018-05-04

    25

    Alexander

    Lamar West

    11/13/2025

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