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Xavier Smith Jr.

Case from Shorter, AL dated Jan 01, 2022

Victim Details

Xavier Smith, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Shorter

AL

2022-01-01

28

Xavier

Smith Jr.

Yes

06/23/2026

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In the early hours of New Year's Day 2022, tragedy struck the small town of Shorter, Alabama, when 28-year-old Xavier Smith, Jr. was found dead. A resident of Shorter, Smith's life was cut short by gun violence, leaving the community in shock and mourning. The incident prompted an immediate investigation by local law enforcement, who worked to piece together the events that led to the young man's untimely death.

The investigation into the homicide of Xavier Smith, Jr. moved swiftly. Withi ...
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  • Xavier Smith, Jr.'s Obituary
  • Alabama News: Arrest Made in Macon County Homicide Investigation - Alabama News
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    Has anyone else been thinking about the impact this tragedy has had on the Shorter community? It's s... ...Read More
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