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Bailey Smith

Case from Fort Smith, AR dated Dec 06, 2023

Victim Details

Bailey Smith

Male

White / Caucasian

Fort Smith

AR

2023-12-06

15

Bailey

Smith

Yes

07/07/2026

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In the winter of 2023, a life was tragically cut short in Fort Smith, Arkansas, leaving a community in mourning. Fifteen-year-old Bailey Smith, a male with a reputation for having a big heart, became the victim of a fatal shooting on the evening of Wednesday, December 6th. The incident unfolded on North 36th Street, where a dispute among teenagers escalated into violence.

According to those who knew him, Bailey was attempting to intervene in a large fight and protect his girlfriend when t ...
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  • KHBS: Father of 15-year-old charged with murder in deadly shooting of another teen has also been charged
  • KHBS: Girlfriend of Fort Smith shooting victim talks about tragedy
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