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Corey Smith

Case from Richmond, VA dated Jan 26, 2017

Victim Details

Corey Smith

Male

Black / African American

Richmond

VA

2017-01-26

37

Corey

Smith

07/07/2026

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In the winter of 2017, the life of 37-year-old Corey Smith was tragically cut short in Richmond, Virginia. On January 26th, Smith was the victim of a violent incident that resulted in his death, which was later ruled a homicide. This event prompted an extensive investigation by the Richmond Police Department as they worked to piece together the circumstances surrounding his murder and bring those responsible to justice.

The investigation into Smith's death led authorities to identify seve ...
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