Deon King-Smith

Murdered
Case Description
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On March 5, 2023, 32-year-old Deon Lavonte King-Smith was fatally shot during an argument over a cellphone at the Extended Stay America hotel located at 101 Bishop Circle in Pelham, Alabama. The incident occurred shortly before 5:00 a.m., prompting a swift response from Pelham police and fire medics. Upon arrival, officers found King-Smith suffering from a gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation led to the arrest of 39-year-old Nehemiah Scroggins, who was ...Read More
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  • Deon King-Smith Obituary | Mar 5, 2023 | Washington, NC

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    Victim Details

    Deon King-Smith

    Male

    Black / African American

    Pelham

    AL

    2023-03-05

    32

    Deon

    King-Smith

    Yes

    11/17/2024

    Forum Posts (2)
    Has anyone seen Deon recently or know where he was last seen? Just trying to track down his whereabo... ...Read More
    08/09/2023
    My thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family during this difficult time. I pray for ... ...Read More
    04/12/2023
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