Robert D. Smith Murdered in Texarkana, Arkansas age 37

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On October 30, 1925, Chief Deputy Robert D. Smith, aged 37, was fatally shot in Texarkana, Arkansas. He and Sheriff Elisha Franklin "Lish" Barber were summoned to a local business to meet with three individuals: the former police chief of Texarkana and his two sons. During the meeting, a dispute escalated into gunfire, resulting in the deaths of both law enforcement officers. One of the suspects was wounded in the exchange of fire. All three individuals were arrested and charged in connection wi ...Read More

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Victim Details

name

Robert D. Smith

gender

Male

race

White / Caucasian

city

Texarkana

state

AR

Date of Death

1925-10-30

Age at Death

37

First Name

Robert

Last Name

D. Smith

Last Updated

12/30/2024

Robert D. Smith
Murdered

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