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Travis Lashun Spears

Death by Force
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Travis Lashun Spears, a 29-year-old man from Gadsden, Alabama, tragically lost his life in a homicide on January 7, 2023. The incident unfolded in a residential area of Gadsden, where Spears was reportedly involved in a violent altercation. According to law enforcement, he was found with gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities immediately began an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

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  • https://www.gadsdentimes.com/story/news/crime/2023/01/10/shooting-at-club-leaves-man-dead-suspect-in-jail/69794192007/
  • Travis Spears Obituary | Jan 7, 2023 | Gadsden, AL
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    Victim Details

    Travis Lashun Spears

    Male

    Black / African American

    Gadsden

    AL

    2023-01-07

    29

    Travis

    Lashun Spears

    11/28/2025

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    08/20/2024
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    03/03/2024
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    11/07/2023
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