Tuscaloosa mourns Kaliyah Houston after late-night Woodlawn Manor shooting claims sisters’ lives
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Tragedy struck the Woodlawn Manor neighborhood late Monday night, November 10, when a shooting left the Tuscaloosa community in mourning. Among the victims was 20-year-old Kaliyah Houston, whose life was abruptly ended alongside her 16-year-old sister. A 17-year-old male was also injured in the incident but is expected to survive, according to authorities. Neighbors described the events as terrifying, with gunfire echoing across the normally quiet block of 1st Avenue, leaving residents shaken and searching for answers.
Tuscaloosa Police responded to a 911 call around 11:30 p.m. reporting a shooting at 3820 1st Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite rapid emergency intervention, Kaliyah Houston and her younger sister were pronounced deceased at the scene. The 17-year-old male victim was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, where he remains under medical care. Captain Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit confirmed the severity of the incident and assured the community that investigators are working diligently to uncover the circumstances.
Witnesses recounted a sudden and chaotic scene, with gunfire ripping through the night and leaving neighbors frozen in fear. Many described rushing to help the victims while awaiting first responders, fearing for their own safety as they tried to assist. The community expressed grief over the loss of two young sisters, highlighting the profound impact on friends, families, and neighbors who knew them personally. Friends and family members have shared memories of Kaliyah Houston as a vibrant, kind, and determined young woman, whose future was tragically cut short.
Tuscaloosa authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the shooting. While no arrests have been reported, police are canvassing the area for witnesses and reviewing any available surveillance footage. The motive remains unknown, and law enforcement is urging anyone with information to come forward. The city’s Violent Crimes Unit has emphasized the importance of community assistance in helping bring those responsible to justice.
Local leaders and residents have begun organizing support efforts for families affected by the tragedy, including counseling resources, community vigils, and memorial gatherings to honor the lives of the two sisters. The incident has also sparked broader conversations about safety, gun violence prevention, and the need for vigilance in neighborhoods across Tuscaloosa.
While the investigation continues, the Woodlawn Manor community is left grappling with grief, fear, and questions about how such a violent act could occur in their neighborhood. For the victims’ families, the days ahead will be marked by sorrow, remembrance, and the struggle to find closure. Kaliyah Houston and her sister will be remembered for their energy, spirit, and the lives they touched, even as Tuscaloosa seeks answers and justice for the tragedy that unfolded on 1st Avenue.
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