Shooting Incident at The Onyx Apartments in Huntsville

Huntsville, Alabama, October 13, 2025

News Summary

Early Sunday morning, a shooting occurred at The Onyx Apartments in Huntsville, Alabama, resulting in the arrest of a 19-year-old resident. Jamayah Iisis Antoinette Pitts was charged with firearm possession prohibited for individuals connected to felony offenses. Fortunately, no injuries were reported despite multiple shots fired and three occupied apartments struck. The Violent Crimes Unit is investigating the case, and the situation remains ongoing with possible further charges. Community safety concerns regarding gun violence in residential areas have been heightened following this incident.

Huntsville, Alabama – A shooting incident at The Onyx Apartments early Sunday morning has resulted in the arrest of a 19-year-old resident, Jamayah Iisis Antoinette Pitts. The shooting occurred at approximately 6:20 a.m. at the intersection of Galaxy Way and Century Street. Although multiple shots were fired, thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Huntsville police responded to multiple reports of gunfire and a fight in progress shortly after the first calls came in. Upon their arrival, officers discovered numerous shell casings scattered across the parking lot of the apartment complex. They also found that three occupied apartments had been struck by gunfire during the incident.

The Violent Crimes Unit was then contacted and took over the investigation. Initial findings suggested that individuals involved in the fight could still be present within one of the apartments linked to the incident. Police made contact with those occupants, who subsequently surrendered without any problems.

Further investigations revealed that a gathering was taking place at the apartment complex when a fight broke out between two individuals, precipitating the gunfire. Following these developments, Jamayah Iisis Antoinette Pitts was charged with firearm possession prohibited for persons charged with certain felony offenses when released, pending, or during trial.

The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing, and local authorities have indicated that additional charges or arrests may occur as they continue their work. Updates regarding the situation will be provided as more information becomes available.

Incident Details

• Time: Approximately 6:20 a.m.
• Location: The Onyx Apartments, Huntsville, Alabama
• Key Events: Reports of gunfire, multiple shell casings found, three apartments struck by gunfire
• Arrested Individual: Jamayah Iisis Antoinette Pitts, 19
• Charges: Firearm possession prohibited for persons charged with certain felony offenses

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities are actively investigating the incident, with the potential for further developments. Members of the community are advised to stay informed as updates are expected to be released in the near future.

Background Context

Gun-related incidents have increased concerns surrounding safety in shared living environments such as apartment complexes. This latest incident highlights ongoing issues regarding violence and criminal activity within residential areas, prompting heightened vigilance and responses from law enforcement agencies. Community members are urged to report any suspicious activities to facilitate quicker interventions by authorities.

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• WAFF: Shots Fired at Huntsville Apartment Complex
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• Google Search: Huntsville Alabama shooting incident
• Wikipedia: Gun violence in the United States

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