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Man Faces 20 Charges in Kidnap and Murder of 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole Smith
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Man Faces 20 Charges in Kidnap and Murder of 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole Smith

Rashad Maleek Trice, a 26-year-old man, has been charged with first-degree premeditated murder and felony murder, along with 18 other charges, including kidnapping and assault, in connection with the death of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith. Trice is accused of a crime spree that involved stabbing and sexually assaulting his ex-girlfriend, kidnapping Wynter, strangling her with a phone cord, and attempting to flee from the police. The charges consolidate cases from multiple counties into one prosecution led by the attorney general's office. Trice, who has a history of violent offenses, is also facing federal charges that could result in the death penalty.

"Tragic Murder: Shocking Details Unveiled in Wynter Cole-Smith Case"
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"Tragic Murder: Shocking Details Unveiled in Wynter Cole-Smith Case"

Officials believe that Wynter Cole Smith, who was the subject of an Amber Alert, was killed with a pink cellphone charging cord that was found on her body. Rashad Maleek Trice has been charged with kidnapping resulting in death and kidnapping a minor victim. Trice allegedly abducted Wynter after stabbing and sexually assaulting her mother. Wynter's body was discovered in a Detroit alley, and authorities believe she was strangled to death with the pink cord.

Tragic Discovery: Missing 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole Smith Found Dead in Detroit Alley
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Tragic Discovery: Missing 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole Smith Found Dead in Detroit Alley

Wynter Cole Smith, a 2-year-old girl from Lansing, Michigan, was reported missing after her mother was attacked and stabbed by Rashad Maleek Trice, her mother's ex-boyfriend. Trice was arrested after a high-speed chase and crash, but Wynter was not with him. Police later found Wynter's body in an alley in Detroit. Trice has been charged with multiple offenses, including assault, kidnapping resulting in death, and could face the death penalty. Wynter's family is calling for legislation to ensure violent offenders remain in jail or prison. Vigils have been held in Wynter's memory.

Tragic Kidnapping and Murder of 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole-Smith Shakes Community
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Tragic Kidnapping and Murder of 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole-Smith Shakes Community

Rashad Maleek Trice has been charged with kidnapping resulting in death and kidnapping a minor in connection with the disappearance of 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith. Wynter's body was found in Detroit after a multiday search and a statewide Amber Alert. Trice, who was also charged with stabbing and assaulting Wynter's mother, allegedly killed Wynter, possibly by strangling her with a pink cellphone cable. Trice was apprehended after crashing a stolen vehicle and attempting to disarm a police officer. Authorities found blood and a pink cell phone charging cord in the vehicle. Trice admitted to arguing with Wynter's mother and stabbing each other, but denied taking Wynter.

Suspect in Wynter Cole Smith's Abduction Transferred to Ingham County Jail
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Suspect in Wynter Cole Smith's Abduction Transferred to Ingham County Jail

Rashad Maleek Trice, the man linked to the disappearance of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith, has been moved from the hospital to Ingham County Jail. Trice is facing several charges, including assault with intent to murder, first-degree home invasion, and sexual assault. He is accused of attacking Wynter's mother, stealing her car, and fleeing to Metro Detroit, where he was arrested after a police chase. Trice has not yet been charged in connection with Wynter's death.

Tragic Discovery: Missing Toddler Wynter Cole Smith Found Dead in Detroit
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Tragic Discovery: Missing Toddler Wynter Cole Smith Found Dead in Detroit

Rashad Maleek Trice, a 26-year-old man from Detroit, has been charged with fleeing police after allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend and kidnapping her 2-year-old daughter, Wynter Cole Smith. Trice fled in the ex-girlfriend's car and led police on a high-speed chase, resulting in a collision with a police vehicle. He resisted arrest and attempted to grab an officer's gun before being apprehended. Unfortunately, Wynter's body was found in an alley three days after her abduction. Trice has been charged with multiple felonies and is being held without bond.

Body of Missing Lansing Toddler Found in Detroit: Officials Provide Updates and Suspect Charged
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Body of Missing Lansing Toddler Found in Detroit: Officials Provide Updates and Suspect Charged

The body of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith, who was kidnapped in Lansing, was found in an overgrown alley in Detroit three days later. The discovery was made after a data dump from the phone of the suspect, Rashad Maleek Trice, revealed his presence in the area. Trice, who had attacked Wynter's mother, was hospitalized after a police confrontation and has been charged with multiple crimes. Officials are conducting a thorough investigation to bring the person responsible to justice.