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Justin Smead

Death by Force
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Justin Michael Smead, a 32-year-old resident of Rome City, Indiana, tragically lost his life on June 27, 2021, as a result of gunshot wounds sustained at Gallop's Truck Stop in Kendallville, Indiana. Born on December 6, 1988, in Elkhart, Indiana, Justin was known for his love of family and cars, and he was employed by Creative Liquid Coatings in Kendallville. The incident occurred just before midnight, when Kendallville and Noble County police responded to reports of a shooting at the gas statio ...Read More
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  • WANE 15: Suspect in deadly Kendallville gas station shooting waives extradition; will return to Indiana
  • WANE 15: Family of man killed in Kendallville gas station shooting ‘deeply saddened’ as search for suspect continues
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    Victim Details

    Justin Michael Smead

    Male

    Kendallville

    IN

    2021-06-27

    32

    Justin

    Smead

    11/17/2025

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