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Lyle Guthrie

Death by Force
Case Description
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Lyle Guthrie, a 32-year-old man from Oakman, Alabama, was fatally shot on September 20, 2016, in what authorities later determined to be a homicide. The incident occurred outside a residence in the small town, and investigators initially found that Guthrie had been shot multiple times. The circumstances surrounding his death prompted a detailed investigation by local law enforcement and led to the identification of several individuals connected to the crime.

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  • Sheriff: 2 charged in connection to Walker Co. burglary that ended in deadly shooting
  • AL.com: 'A terrible, terrible tragedy', Walker County coroner ID's homeowner shot dead by burglary suspects
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    Victim Details

    Lyle Guthrie

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Oakman

    AL

    2016-09-20

    32

    Lyle

    Guthrie

    Yes

    11/10/2025

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    09/15/2024
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