Introduction: A Life Cut Short

On July 26, 2018, the city of Louisville, Kentucky, was shaken by the tragic murder of Maurice E. "AMIN" Smith Sr., a 41-year-old African American man. Maurice was found dead at 1430 South Sixth Street, leaving behind a grieving family and a community desperate for answers. 

A Beloved Father and Community Member

Maurice was more than just a statistic; he was a father to four children: Keivon Birdsong, Melaizja Stephenson, Mariyah, and Maurice Smith Jr. He was also a brother to Pamela LeBlanc, Camille Hoosier, Mark Hoosier, and Ronnie Hoosier Sr. His sudden and violent death left a void in the lives of those who knew and loved him. ...Read More