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Ash Marie Smith

Death by Force
Case Description
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On a tragic Mother's Day, Ash Marie Smith, a 31-year-old Caucasian woman, was fatally shot on May 8, 2022, in Portland, Oregon. She was a mother to five children and had relocated to Portland from St. Louis in search of a happier life. Those who knew her described her as a loving, energetic, and positive person with an infectious laugh, who saw the good in everyone. Despite facing numerous challenges and hardships throughout her life, she was considered a true warrior who continuously fought for ...Read More
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  • oregonlive: Portland mother of 5 slain in Eastbank Esplanade shooting ‘wasn’t afraid of anything’
  • KOIN.com: Family remembers Eastbank Esplanade shooting victim
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    Victim Details

    Ash Marie Smith

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Portland

    OR

    2022-05-08

    31

    Ash

    Marie Smith

    12/04/2025

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    I keep thinking about the timeline surrounding Ash Marie Smith's death and wondering why there's so ... ...Read More
    01/22/2024
    Hey everyone, I wanted to talk about something that's been weighing on my mind regarding Ash Marie S... ...Read More
    11/11/2023
    Has anyone else noticed how eerily quiet everything is around Ash's case? It's been over a year, and... ...Read More
    08/15/2023
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