Antonio Smith, 30, was found shot to death inside his vehicle after it crashed into a light pole at the intersection of Minnesota and Bennett Avenues on Flint’s northeast side in the early morning hours of February 26, 2021. The call to authorities came in at approximately 1:45 a.m. He was known to family as Tony or Tone and was described as energetic and outgoing; his relatives say he was a father who had been preparing for his daughter’s birthday party the day before. Music was an important part of his life, and his family says the sound of loud music in the streets still evokes his memory.

No arrests have been announced and the murder remains unsolved. Crime Stoppers of Flint & Genesee County has offered a cash reward for tips leading to a felony arrest. If anyone has information about what happened to Antonio Smith or saw activity near Minnesota and Bennett Avenues that night, please come forward.