MOBILE, Ala. — The Mobile community is mourning the tragic loss of 28-year-old Amiayia White, who was fatally shot late Tuesday night at Wilmer Hall, 3811 Old Shell Road. Authorities have identified the suspect as 21-year-old David Terrell Smith, who was taken into custody in connection with the incident. The heartbreaking event has left family, friends, and neighbors in shock as law enforcement works to bring justice and provide answers for those affected.
According to the Mobile Police Department (MPD), officers responded to the scene shortly after 11:30 p.m., where they discovered Amiayia had been shot inside the location by Smith. Despite the swift response by law enforcement, Amiayia was pronounced deceased at the scene, leaving the community grappling with a profound loss.
Smith was arrested today and transported to the Mobile County Metro Jail in connection with the fatal shooting. Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
The Mobile Police Department is urging anyone with information that could assist in the investigation to come forward. Residents are encouraged to contact MPD at 251-208-7211, submit an anonymous tip via text at 844-251-0644.
Friends and family describe Amiayia as a kind, vibrant, and loving individual whose life was cut far too short. She was known for her warmth, her ability to make others feel seen, and her dedication to her loved ones. The loss has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of those who knew her.
The community is rallying around Amiayia’s family, offering condolences, prayers, and support during this incredibly difficult time. Candlelight vigils, social media tributes, and other gestures of remembrance are pouring in as people honor her life and legacy.
Law enforcement officials remind the public that any information, no matter how small, could be critical in assisting the ongoing investigation and helping ensure justice is served.
As Mobile mourns the loss of Amiayia White, her memory lives on in the hearts of her loved ones, friends, and community. Her life, though tragically cut short, continues to be remembered for the love, kindness, and light she brought to the world.
May Amiayia White rest in eternal peace, and may her family find comfort and strength in the support of their community during this time of grief.
