NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The man who fatally shot retired New Orleans Saints defensive leader Will Smith was convicted of manslaughter on Sunday night, ending a week-long trial in which the defendant insisted he only fired because the popular football star was drunk, violent and had grabbed a gun following a traffic crash on the […]
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‘Stand Your Ground’ Defense Tested in Trial over Death of NFL’s Will Smith
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The man who shot former New Orleans Saints player Will Smith is a raging killer who first shot Smith’s wife in the legs, then fired eight bullets into the side and back of the unarmed NFL star, a prosecutor declared Tuesday. (Left) Photo provided by the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office shows […]
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Wife of Late Will Smith Speaks at New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Induction
KENNER, La. (AP) — The wife of slain former New Orleans Saints player Will Smith said Friday that the defensive end’s zest for life and refusal to accept failure has guided her recovery from the physical and emotional wounds she suffered on the night her “worst fear came true.” Looking up to the heavens, Racquel […]
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Suspect Arrested in Shooting Death of Former Saints Defensive End Will Smith
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Former New Orleans Saints player Will Smith was shot and killed Saturday in what appeared to be a road rage incident that has shocked fans of the much-loved athlete. In this Dec. 9, 2012, file photo, New Orleans Saints defensive end Will Smith appears before an NFL football game against the […]