Lennard Sumner

Murdered
Case Description
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On January 25, 2018, 68-year-old Lennard Sumner was fatally shot in West Memphis, Arkansas. The incident was part of a series of gun-related deaths that day, highlighting the pervasive issue of gun violence in the region.

Following an investigation, authorities identified a 27-year-old man as the primary suspect in Sumner's death. The suspect was subsequently arrested and charged with the fatal shooting. In January 2019, he was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the crime, bringing a ...Read More
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    • Victim Details

    Lennard Sumner

    Male

    Black / African American

    West-memphis

    AR

    2018-01-25

    68

    Lennard

    Sumner

    12/30/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    I can't stop thinking about how the community has rallied around remembering Lennard Sumner. Reading... ...Read More
    05/14/2024
    Has anyone else been touched by the way Lennard Sumner's family has been honoring his memory? I rece... ...Read More
    09/15/2023
    Hey everyone,
    I've been thinking a lot about the candlelight vigils held for victims like Lennard... ...Read More
    08/26/2023
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