223. THE GRIM REAPER COMES FOR US ALL: Michael Lee Smith - Berkley, MI 2002

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Berkley, Michigan has a welcoming community and lives by the motto “where small town charm meets city living.” And just 10 years ago, Berkley was named one of the top 50 places to live in the U.S. by Money Magazine and was lauded for its low crime rate and strong sense of community. But just a decade prior, the gruesome slaying of a veteran shifted the perception of a warm and friendly community to one of suspicion and distrust. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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