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Mario Smith Sr.

Case from Ripley, OK dated Apr 21, 2016

Victim Details

Mario Smith Sr.

Male

Black / African American

Ripley

OK

2016-04-21

45

Mario

Smith Sr.

07/04/2026

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In the small town of Ripley, Oklahoma, the life of 45-year-old Mario Smith Sr. came to a violent end in April of 2016. A man with a known criminal history, including arrests for drugs and assault, Smith was found deceased in his home on April 21st, the victim of a fatal gunshot wound to the head. His death would unravel a story of alleged abuse and a startling suspect.

The investigation into Smith's death quickly led law enforcement to a surprising individual: a 14-year-old girl named Mak ...
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