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Joshua Smith

Case from Riverside, AL dated Oct 28, 2021

Victim Details

Joshua Smith

Male

Black / African American

Riverside

AL

2021-10-28

13

Joshua

Smith

Yes

06/23/2026

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In the small community of Riverside, Alabama, the life of 13-year-old Joshua Smith, a Black/African American male, was tragically cut short on October 28, 2021. The young teen was reported missing by his mother when she grew concerned after not seeing him for several hours. A search ensued, leading to the heartbreaking discovery of his body later that evening in a wooded area not far from his home.

An investigation into his death quickly revealed a grim reality; Joshua had been shot multi ...
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  • CBS 42: St. Clair County 13-year-old dies after shooting himself in ‘tragic accident’

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