Luther Sweet

Murdered

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Case Description
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On March 4, 2008, 29-year-old Luther Sweet was shot and killed in Oakland, California. His death occurred during a period when Oakland was struggling with high levels of gun violence. Sweet's homicide added to the growing number of violent deaths in the city, as 2008 saw 115 homicides overall, reflecting ongoing challenges with crime and safety in the area.

The specifics surrounding Sweet's murder, including potential suspects or motive, were not widely reported at the time, and the cas ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Luther Sweet

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Oakland

    CA

    2008-03-04

    29

    Luther

    Sweet

    10/13/2024

    1


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    Is there a reward being offered for information leading to the capture of Luther's murderer?... ...Read More
    04/05/2023