Deleon Smith

Murdered
Case Description
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Deleon Alonso Smith, aged 19, was killed on September 1, 2015, in Houston, Texas, in a tragic incident involving a firearm. According to reports, Deleon was handling a gun while attempting to take a selfie when the firearm accidentally discharged. The bullet struck him in the throat, leading to his death. The incident occurred in an apartment in southwestern Houston, and it was determined to be an accidental shooting. The unfortunate incident highlights the dangers of mishandling firearms, espec ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Deleon Smith

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Houston

    TX

    2017-03-29

    19

    Deleon

    Smith

    No

    11/02/2024


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    Does anyone know if Deleon has any social media pages? I would love to follow and stay updated on th... ...Read More
    04/03/2023
    It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of Deleon Smith's murder in Houston, TX. The d... ...Read More
    01/16/2023
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