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Lavontae Bennett

Case from Springfield, MO dated Jun 22, 2025

Victim Details

Lavontae Bennett

Male

Black / African American

Springfield

MO

2025-06-22

19

Lavontae

Bennett

07/06/2026

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In the early hours of a summer morning in Springfield, Missouri, the life of 19-year-old Lavontae Bennett was tragically cut short. On June 22, 2025, at approximately 4:14 a.m., Springfield police officers were dispatched to a residence on West Webster Street following a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Bennett suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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  • https://www.ky3.com: Police arrest man in connection with fatal Sunday morning shooting in Springfield
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