Washington Smith

Murdered

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Case Description
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On September 6, 1980, Washington Smith, a 71-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, was tragically killed in what remains an unsolved homicide. The incident took place at 1482 Clifton, in Franklin County, Columbus. Smith was found with fatal shotgun wounds that led to his death. Despite ongoing efforts by the Columbus Police Department, the investigation did not yield any arrests or clear leads, and the case remains open.

The details surrounding Washington Smith’s death are scarce, and ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Washington Smith

    February 11, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Columbus

    OH

    1980-09-06

    1980-09-06

    Washington

    Smith

    No

    10/29/2024


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    01/16/2023