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Rodney Smith

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Jan 18, 2009

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Rodney Smith

March 28, 2022

Philadelphia

PA

2009-01-18

30

Rodney

Smith

07/04/2026


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Rodney Lamar Smith, a 30-year-old resident of Philadelphia, was shot and killed on January 18, 2009. Smith was known for being a devoted father to five children—Titiana, Mariah, Sini, Rodney Jr., and Macaela. His death occurred as part of the broader epidemic of gun violence that affected Philadelphia in 2009, adding to the city's list of homicide victims that year. Despite the pain his family continues to endure, the details surrounding the incident remain limited, and no arrests have been ma ...
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  • W. Philadelphia man shot, killed in his home
  • Weekend shootings bring '09 death toll to 12 - Philadelphia Inquirer
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