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Perry Shoemake

Death by Force
Case Description
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On November 12, 2017, in Cullman, Alabama, 56-year-old Perry Shoemake was fatally shot by his stepson, William Thomas Maddux. The incident occurred at Shoemake's residence on Cottonwood Drive SE in the Carrol Acres subdivision. According to law enforcement, Maddux attempted to enter the home but was initially denied access. He later returned, forcibly entered through the back door, and an exchange of gunfire ensued between him and Shoemake. Following the confrontation, Maddux attempted to take h ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Perry Shoemake

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Cullman

    AL

    2017-11-12

    56

    Perry

    Shoemake

    Yes

    11/24/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I'm still trying to wrap my head around the events leading up to that tragic night in Cullman. I can... ...Read More
    12/19/2024
    Did anyone else follow the trial of William Thomas Maddux? I’ve been keeping up with it since the ... ...Read More
    12/14/2024
    I’ve been following the Perry Shoemake case for a while, and I can't help but reflect on how this ... ...Read More
    11/05/2023
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