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Griffin Chase Smith

Case from Ocala, FL dated Dec 02, 2023

Victim Details

Griffin Chase Smith

Male

White / Caucasian

Ocala

FL

2023-12-02

19

Griffin

Chase Smith

Yes

06/20/2026

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On December 2, 2023, 19-year-old Griffin Chase Smith from Ocala, Florida, was fatally shot, leading to a significant investigation by the Marion County Sheriff's Office.

As a result of the investigation, a 14-year-old individual, Kydris Jackson, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with Smith's death. This arrest marked a significant development in the case, indicating that law enforcement had identified a suspect and gathered sufficient evidence to make an a ...
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  • WESH: Marion County officials still on the hunt for suspect who shot, killed 19-year-old man
  • WFTV: Central Florida deputies investigate fatal shooting after responding to an accident call
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    I came across the news about Griffin Chase Smith in Ocala, and it really hits you how these tragedie... ...Read More
    12/22/2024
    I can't stop thinking about how incredibly young both Griffin and Kydris are. Griffin was only 19, j... ...Read More
    06/09/2024
    Just read about the tragic case of Griffin Chase Smith, only 19, who was shot in Ocala, Florida. My ... ...Read More
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