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Ladonald Hodge

Death by Force
Case Description
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Ladonald Edward Hodge Sr., a 55-year-old man from Alcoa, Tennessee, tragically passed away on February 15, 2017. He was found dead in his home alongside his wife, Dawn R. Hodge, 46, from apparent gunshot wounds. After thorough investigation and autopsies, authorities determined the incident to be a murder-suicide. It was concluded that Dawn Hodge shot her husband Ladonald before turning the gun on herself.

Ladonald Hodge had a history of legal troubles, having been indicted in December 20 ...Read More
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  • The Daily Times: Alcoa deaths ruled murder, suicide
  • USA TODAY NETWORK - Tennessee: Alcoa couple found shot to death; police investigating
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    Victim Details

    Ladonald Hodge

    Male

    Black / African American

    Alcoa

    TN

    2017-02-15

    55

    Ladonald

    Hodge

    11/12/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
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    04/18/2024
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    02/26/2023
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    01/04/2023
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