Gunfire erupted at The Onyx Apartments in Huntsville early Sunday morning, striking three occupied units but causing no injuries. The incident, which occurred around 6:20 a.m., began during a gathering that escalated into a violent confrontation before shots were fired.
Huntsville Police responded promptly to reports of gunfire at the apartment complex, where they uncovered evidence of bullets striking multiple occupied residences. The department’s Violent Crimes Unit quickly launched an investigation, collecting evidence from the scene and interviewing witnesses who were present during the altercation.
The police investigation led to the arrest of 19-year-old Jamayah Iisis Antoinette Pitts, a resident at the complex. Pitts faces charges of firearm possession prohibited, as she’d previously been convicted of felony offenses that barred her from legally possessing firearms under Alabama law.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that while three apartments were struck by bullets during the incident, none of the occupants inside the units sustained any injuries. The early morning timing of the shooting meant many residents were home at the time, potentially putting numerous lives at risk.
Investigators have been methodically processing the crime scene and gathering additional evidence, including surveillance footage from the apartment complex and surrounding areas. They’re likewise working to determine if other individuals were involved in the shooting incident.
The Violent Crimes Unit has indicated that the investigation remains active, with the possibility of additional charges being filed against Pitts or other suspects who may have been involved in the incident. Detectives are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who attended the gathering or witnessed the events leading up to the gunfire.
Police are encouraging residents of The Onyx Apartments and nearby areas to come forward with any information that could assist in the ongoing investigation. They’re especially interested in any video footage from security cameras or mobile devices that might’ve captured the incident or the events preceding it.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence in residential areas and the potential dangers posed by prohibited persons accessing firearms. Local law enforcement officials emphasize their commitment to thoroughly investigating such incidents and holding responsible parties accountable under the law.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Huntsville Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit directly or through anonymous tip lines established for this investigation.
