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Montia Poindexter

Case from Newport-news, VA dated Jan 05, 2017

Victim Details

Montia Poindexter

Female

Black / African American

Newport-news

VA

2017-01-05

23

Montia

Poindexter

07/10/2026

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On a cold January evening in 2017, the life of a young woman was tragically cut short in Newport News, Virginia. Montia Poindexter, a 23-year-old Black female, was found deceased inside a residence in the 900 block of Marcus Drive on January 5th. The discovery was made by police officers who, finding the front door of the home ajar shortly after 5 p.m., entered to investigate and ensure the well-being of anyone inside.

Upon entering the home, officers found Ms. Poindexter suffering from a ...
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  • WTKR.com: Police identify woman found dead inside Newport News home
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