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Justin Wayne Bibles

Case from Waco, TX dated May 01, 2018

Victim Details

Justin Wayne Bibles

Male

Black / African American

Waco

TX

2018-05-01

32

Justin

Wayne Bibles

07/12/2026

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Justin Wayne Bibles, a 32-year-old African American man from Waco, Texas, was tragically shot and killed on May 1, 2018, in the parking lot of Red Lobster near the Richland Mall in Waco. Bibles, who was a rising star in the local hip-hop scene, was known for his aspirations to provide a better life for his four children through his music. His untimely death left his family and community in mourning.

In the aftermath of the shooting, Kenneth James Smith was arrested by Waco police. However ...
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  • WacoTrib.com: Man dies after parking lot shooting; police seek suspects
  • Justice for Justin: Murder victim's mother seeks justice in son's killing
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