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Michael Joseph Smith

Case from Dallas, TX dated Jul 07, 2016

Victim Details

Michael Joseph Smith

Male

Dallas

TX

2016-07-07

55

Michael

Joseph Smith

07/22/2026

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Sergeant Michael Joseph Smith, aged 55, was born on October 8, 1960, in Taiwan and passed away on July 7, 2016, in Dallas, TX. He was a dedicated member of the Dallas Police Department for over 27 years. Tragically, he was one of five officers assassinated during a police-targeted sniper attack at a peaceful protest in downtown Dallas. The incident was a devastating blow to the community and highlighted the dangers faced by law enforcement officers.

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