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U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
Charles Smith
2006
Charles Eugene Smith II served the U.S. Marine Corps.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Detective Corporal Chuck Smith was shot and killed as he and another officer participated in an undercover narcotics purchase on South Fayette Street at approximately 4:00 am.
During the purchase, one of the suspects opened fire, fatally wounding Corporal Smith.
Two suspects were apprehended a short time later and charged with first-degree murder. Both were subsequently sentenced to life in prison.
Corporal Smith was a United States Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Beckley Police Department for 5.5 years.
During the purchase, one of the suspects opened fire, fatally wounding Corporal Smith.
Two suspects were apprehended a short time later and charged with first-degree murder. Both were subsequently sentenced to life in prison.
Corporal Smith was a United States Marine Corps veteran and had served with the Beckley Police Department for 5.5 years.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife and 2-year-old daughter.
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
Also Served
Beckley Police Department
Detective Corporal
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