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Franklin Key

Death by Force
Case Description
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On June 8, 2016, 43-year-old Franklin Key was found shot to death in a residence on Montgomery Avenue in Anniston, Alabama. Following the discovery, authorities arrested 31-year-old Marcus Swink in connection with the homicide. Swink was charged with murder; however, the charge was later dismissed when a key witness altered their testimony, leading to insufficient evidence for prosecution.

The dismissal of charges against Swink left the case unresolved, contributing to the number of un ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Franklin Key

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Anniston

    AL

    2016-06-08

    43

    Franklin

    Key

    11/26/2025

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