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Accused Child Killer Rashad Trice: Shocking Revelations and Prosecution's Evidence

Rashad Trice, the accused abductor and killer of 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, initially lied to police about the child's whereabouts after a high-speed car chase in Macomb County, Michigan. Trice had used a pink cellphone charging cord to strangle the child before dumping her body in an overgrown field. He was arrested after crashing the stolen vehicle into a police car. Trice refused to cooperate with investigators and made comments about his injuries and potential prison sentence. He is facing federal charges of kidnapping resulting in death and could potentially face the death penalty if convicted.

via The Macomb Daily|

#child-abduction #crime #murder

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Justice Sought for Wynter Smith: Accused Kidnapper Faces Court

Rashad Trice, the man accused of kidnapping and killing 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, appeared in federal court for a preliminary hearing where probable cause was found to hold him. Trice waived his right to a bond hearing and federal charges, including Kidnapping Resulting in Death, were filed against him. Investigators used cellphone data and license plate readers to connect Trice to the crime, and text messages he sent to family members indicated his involvement. If convicted, Trice faces a mandatory minimum sentence of life in prison or the death penalty.

via WLNS|

#crime #federal-charges #kidnapping

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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.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#amber-alert #crime #kidnapping

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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.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#amber-alert #crime #kidnapping

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"Federal Charges Filed Against Suspect in Wynter Cole-Smith Kidnapping Case"

Rashad Trice, the suspect in the kidnapping and death of 2-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith, is now facing federal charges for kidnapping a minor and kidnapping resulting in death. Trice allegedly kidnapped Wynter from Lansing after attacking her mother and was later arrested in St. Clair Shores. Wynter's body was found in a Detroit alley after investigators tracked Trice's phone location. While Trice has not been charged in connection with Wynter's death, additional charges may be forthcoming.

via FOX 2 Detroit|

#crime #detroit #federal-charges

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Father's Determination: A Tragic Kidnapping and the Pursuit of Justice

Rashad Maleek Trice, the man accused of kidnapping 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith after attacking her mother in Lansing, is facing federal kidnapping charges. If found guilty of kidnapping resulting in death, Trice could face the death penalty, while a conviction for kidnapping a minor carries a minimum sentence of 20 years in prison. Trice is also facing state charges in Ingham County and Macomb County. Wynter's body was found in an alley three days after she was reported missing. Michigan abolished the death penalty in 1846, and the last execution in the state occurred in 1938. The federal government has carried out 50 executions since 1927, with the Trump administration resuming federal executions in 2020 after a 17-year hiatus.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#crime #death-penalty #federal-charges

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Tragic Abduction: Alleged Kidnapper Faces Federal Charges and Death Penalty in Wynter Case

Rashad Maleek Trice has been charged by federal officials with kidnapping a minor and kidnapping resulting in death in connection to the Wynter Cole-Smith case. If convicted, Trice could face the death penalty. Trice's criminal history includes multiple altercations with the police. The investigation is ongoing, and Trice is currently in federal custody.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|

#crime #death-penalty #federal-charges

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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.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#assault #crime #disappearance

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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.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#assault #crime #fleeing-police

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Tragic Loss: Family Mourns 2-Year-Old Wynter Cole-Smith Found Dead in Detroit

The family of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith, whose body was found in a Detroit alley after an Amber Alert, has released a statement expressing their grief and calling for legislation to ensure the safety of families. Wynter's mother was stabbed multiple times by Rashad Maleek Trice, who was later arrested after a police chase. Trice has been charged with multiple offenses, including assault with intent to murder and criminal sexual assault. The family is planning a vigil in Wynter's memory, and the public is invited to attend.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#amber-alert #crime #detroit

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

The body of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith, who had been missing for nearly three days, was found in a Detroit alley, bringing an end to the Amber Alert. Aretha Franklin's sons are currently battling over her handwritten wills in court. A gunman is barricaded inside an Ypsilanti Township apartment after stabbing a 44-year-old to death. Earth's average temperature reached an unofficial record high this week, matching the previous day's record. Scattered showers and storms are possible in Metro Detroit.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#amber-alert #aretha-franklin #climate-change

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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.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#amber-alert #crime #investigation

missing-persons2 years ago•5 min saved

"Press Conference in Lansing Provides Update on Wynter Cole Smith at 10 p.m."

Lansing police are holding a press conference regarding the case of 2-year-old Wynter Cole Smith, who went missing on July 2 after her mother was stabbed. The suspect, Rashad Trice, is in custody. Search parties have been organized, with over 50 people signing up to help locate the child. The FBI is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to her whereabouts. Police have shared approximate routes taken by Trice, and anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.

via Lansing State Journal|

#kidnapping #lansing-police #missing-persons