Anthony Edward Lett

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Case Description    (Solved)
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On January 13, 2008, 36-year-old Anthony Edward Lett of Huntsville, Alabama, was fatally shot during a dispute following the death of Lonnie King at an illegal drag race on Republic Boulevard near Avenue W in Birmingham's Pratt community. Lett, one of the race organizers, was holding $20,000 in purse money when he was shot. Ladipo Chad Bethea of Gretna, Florida, was convicted of capital murder in May 2013 for Lett's death.
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    Victim Details

    Anthony Edward Lett

    Male

    Birmingham

    AL

    2008-01-13

    36

    Anthony

    Edward Lett

    Yes

    11/21/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    We are reaching out to the public for their help in solving the tragic murder of Anthony. This sense... ...Read More
    07/15/2024
    Can anyone tell me where Anthony worked?... ...Read More
    06/01/2024
    I am absolutely devastated to hear about the tragic murder of Anthony. He was a kind and gentle soul... ...Read More
    08/03/2023