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Charles Smith

Case from Nashville, TN dated Oct 12, 2023

Victim Details

Charles Smith

Male

Nashville

TN

2023-10-12

66

Charles

Smith

07/20/2026

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On a Thursday evening in Nashville, 66-year-old Charles Smith was fatally shot in what police have described as an apparent targeted murder. The incident occurred outside of Resha's Market on 25th Avenue North. Smith, a male, was a familiar face in the area, often known to spend time with friends near the market.

According to witness accounts, the gunman, who was wearing a black ski mask, rounded a corner of the building, saw Smith, and immediately opened fire. After the shooting, the ass ...
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  • WKRN News 2: Police searching for suspect after ‘apparent targeted murder’ in North Nashville
  • https://www.wsmv.com: 1 killed in shooting outside North Nashville market
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