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Davontae Deshawn Smith

Case from Salem, OR dated Jun 08, 2021

Victim Details

Davontae Deshawn Smith

Male

Black / African American

Salem

OR

2021-06-08

21

Davontae

Deshawn Smith

06/20/2026

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On June 8, 2021, a tragic incident occurred at the Capital Inn motel in Salem, Oregon, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Davontae Deshawn Smith. The incident involved a fatal shooting, which prompted an immediate and thorough investigation by the Salem police.

The primary suspect identified in this case is Antonio Julian Soto, a 32-year-old man. Soto was named by the police as the individual responsible for Smith's death. He was described as someone who should be considered armed and ...
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  • KMTR: Detectives identify man found dead at Salem motel
  • KOIN.com: One killed in Salem motel shooting
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