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Michael Bernard Bell: A Detailed Account of His Crimes

Background

Michael Bernard Bell, born on November 24, 1970, is a convicted serial killer from Florida, USA. He was sentenced to death for his heinous crimes, which spanned from 1989 to 1993.

Crimes

Bell's criminal activities were marked by a series of brutal murders, driven by personal vendettas and revenge. His victims included both acquaintances and strangers, and his methods were often violent and ruthless.

Victims

  • Lashawn Cowart: September 25, 1989 - Shot and killed while driving with her two-year-old son.
  • Travis Cowart: September 25, 1989 - Two-year-old son of Lashawn Cowart, also shot and killed.
  • Michael Johnson: August 18, 1993 - Shot and killed on the front porch of his house after an argument with Bell's mother.
  • Jimmy West: December 9, 1993 - Shot and killed in a parking lot outside a liquor lounge.
  • Tamecka Smith: December 9, 1993 - Shot and killed alongside Jimmy West.
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Victims
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Confirmed Victims: (5)
  • Lashawn Cowart , Date of Death: 1989-09-25
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    Killer's Details

    Michael Bernard

    Bell

    November 24, 1970 (age 54) Florida, United States

    Male

    Black

    Capital murder

    Death

    5

    Florida

    September 14, 1994

    Union Correctional Institution (FLDOC: #108426) — Raiford, Florida

    07/03/2025