Nancy Mae Cornett Smith, a 63-year-old female, passed away at her home in Viper, Kentucky, on April 2, 2021. The circumstances surrounding her death were violent, as she was found to have been fatally shot. Her passing was a great loss to her family and the local community, who remembered her as a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother.
The investigation into her death was handled by the Kentucky State Police.
Their findings led them to identify 49-year-old Chester Adams, also a resident of Viper, as the individual responsible for the shooting. Following the investigation, Adams was taken into custody by law enforcement. He was subsequently charged in connection with the incident that led to Smith's death, facing legal proceedings for his alleged involvement.
