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James Smith

Case from Houston, TX dated Jul 20, 2017

Victim Details

James Smith

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Houston

TX

2017-07-20

18

James

Smith

No

06/22/2026


Area Body Found:

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James Smith, aged 18, was fatally shot on July 20, 2017, in Houston, Texas. The homicide took place in the early hours in Southwest Houston, and law enforcement responded quickly after receiving reports of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, Houston Police Department officers discovered Smith with multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency services attempted to provide aid, but he succumbed to his injuries on the scene. The motive behind the shooting and the exact circumstances surrounding the incident r ...
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  • TRAGIC WEEK: Teens killed in violent acts around Houston - ABC13
  • Texas Man Pleads Guilty To Sending Death Threats
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