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Zachori Keith Blackwell

Death by Force
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On December 5, 2015, in Athens, Alabama, 24-year-old Zachori Keith Blackwell was fatally shot during a social gathering that escalated into violence. The incident occurred after a night of socialization and intoxication, leading to a confrontation that resulted in Blackwell being shot five times, with three of the shots striking his back.

Following the shooting, Randall James Townsend was arrested and charged with murder. The case proceeded to trial, and after a three-day proceeding, a ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Zachori Keith Blackwell

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Athens

    AL

    2015-12-05

    24

    Zachori

    Keith Blackwell

    Yes

    11/18/2025

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