Birmingham, Alabama – With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we remember and honor Harris Ayia Alexis, a 23-year-old woman whose life was tragically taken by gun violence on Saturday night in Birmingham, Alabama. Harris Ayia Alexis has now been identified as the victim in a fatal shooting that has left her family, friends, and the community grieving an unimaginable loss.
The heartbreaking incident occurred at approximately 9:45 p.m. in the 7000 block of Division Avenue. Birmingham police were dispatched to the neighborhood after receiving reports of shots fired. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Harris Ayia Alexis unresponsive, lying in the street. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
At just 23 years old, Harris Ayia Alexis had her entire life ahead of her—dreams to pursue, goals to reach, and moments yet to be lived. Her sudden and violent passing has created a void that words cannot fill, leaving loved ones struggling to make sense of a loss that should never have happened. She was more than a victim of a shooting; she was a daughter, a friend, a loved one, and a young woman whose life mattered deeply.
As the investigation continues, the Birmingham community once again finds itself mourning the devastating impact of gun violence. Each life lost is a painful reminder of how fragile life can be and how urgently peace, accountability, and compassion are needed.
Tonight, and in the days ahead, hearts remain with those who loved Harris Ayia Alexis. May her memory live on through the love she gave, the connections she made, and the lives she touched. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and friends during this incredibly difficult time and ask that they be kept in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve the loss of a beautiful young life taken far too soon.
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