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Police have launched an investigation into the shooting death of 33-year-old Dwight Maximea, a resident of Portsmouth.<\/p>

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The incident occurred shortly after midnight, when law enforcement officers were called to the scene. Detectives have confirmed that an active investigation is under way, though no further details about the circumstances have yet been released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Authorities say additional information will be provided as inquiries progress. Meanwhile, the police are urging anyone with knowledge of the case to come forward to assist their investigation.<\/p>

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Police have launched an investigation into the shooting death of 33-year-old Dwight Maximea, a resident of Portsmouth. The incident occurred shortly after midnight, when law enforcement officers were called to the scene. Detectives have confirmed that an active investigation is under way, though no further details about the circumstances have yet been released. 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