Tragic Shooting Under Investigation After Marmet Woman Fatally Shot in Apparent Accidental Discharge in Charleston, West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV — A tragic and deeply unsettling incident is under investigation following the fatal shooting of a 42-year-old Marmet woman, identified as Tiffany Clerenia Adkins, in what authorities believe may have been an accidental discharge of a firearm. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday morning, sending shockwaves through both the Marmet and Charleston communities.
Charleston Police responded to a call just after midnight regarding a reported shooting at a residence on the city’s east side. Upon arrival, officers discovered Adkins suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the swift efforts of emergency responders and Charleston Fire Department medics, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigations suggest the firearm may have gone off unintentionally, though detectives are being cautious in their statements as they work to determine the exact sequence of events that led to Adkins’s death. The identity of the individual who discharged the weapon has not yet been released, and it remains unclear whether any charges will be filed.
“We are in the early stages of a very sensitive and thorough investigation,” said a spokesperson for the Charleston Police Department. “Every accidental shooting leaves behind painful questions and heartbreak for the families involved. Our priority is to understand exactly what happened and ensure justice is served appropriately.”
According to sources close to the investigation, Adkins was visiting the residence when the shooting occurred. Authorities have seized the weapon involved and are conducting forensic analysis to confirm whether the discharge was truly accidental or if negligence played a role. Toxicology reports, interviews with witnesses, and surveillance footage from nearby properties are all part of the ongoing investigation.
Friends and loved ones are mourning the sudden and devastating loss of Tiffany Adkins, who was described as a vibrant and caring woman, known for her sense of humor, loyalty, and deep love for her family. Social media tributes have poured in, with many expressing disbelief that her life was taken in such a tragic manner.
“She had such a light in her,” wrote one friend on Facebook. “To think that a split-second mistake could end her life is unbearable. She didn’t deserve this.”
No arrests have been made as of this time, and authorities have urged the public to allow space for a thorough investigation. They also reiterated the critical importance of responsible gun ownership, including the safe handling and storage of firearms, to prevent tragedies like this.
The Charleston Police Department is asking anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward as investigators continue to piece together the moments leading up to Adkins’s death.
As the community grapples with grief, one thing is certain—Tiffany Clerenia Adkins’s life was cut short far too soon, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.