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Michael L Sumpter

Case from Washington, DC dated Dec 20, 1987

Victim Details

Michael L Sumpter

January 2, 2023

Male

Washington

DC

1987-12-20

1987-12-20

Michael L

Sumpter

07/08/2026


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In the early morning hours of December 20, 1987, the body of Michael L. Sumpter, a male, was discovered in the rear of 528 14th Street, SE, in Washington, D.C.. The time of discovery was approximately 8:40 AM. It was determined that he had been the victim of a homicide, having been fatally stabbed.

The case was investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Branch. Despite the passage of time, the investigation into Michael L. Sumpter's death remains open. To date, no arres ...
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