Sylvester Allen

Murdered
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Sylvester Allen, a 67-year-old man from Bessemer, Alabama, tragically lost his life on December 26, 2018, under violent and suspicious circumstances. Allen was found dead at his residence, and authorities quickly began investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. Preliminary findings indicated that he had been the victim of a homicide, but details regarding the exact nature of the crime were initially limited.

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    Victim Details

    Sylvester Allen

    Male

    Black / African American

    Bessemer

    AL

    2018-12-26

    67

    Sylvester

    Allen

    Yes

    11/24/2024

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    Sylvester Allen was a Black / African American Male, 67 years old at the time of his disappearance. ... ...Read More
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