On the night of November 2, 2016, 21-year-old Tabitha Jamison was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in Florida City, near Homestead, FL. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. while Jamison was sitting in a car with three friends in front of a home at 660 S.W. 7th Terrace. According to reports, another vehicle pulled up alongside them and opened fire. Jamison, who was in the driver's seat, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Her cousin, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, was also struck and airlifted to Jackson South Memorial Hospital in Homestead, though her condition was not immediately known. The two other women in the back seat were unharmed.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the investigation into Jamison's death is ongoing. Her mother, Josie Jamison, expressed her grief and disbelief, describing her daughter as a sweet and hardworking individual who was set to start a new job on November 10. Neighbors and friends echoed these sentiments, highlighting Jamison's efforts to provide for her 2-year-old daughter and lamenting the senseless violence that had taken her life.
Authorities have not yet identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the shooting. However, Josie Jamison believes that her daughter may have known her attacker, suggesting that the shooting could have been the result of a personal dispute. The Miami-Dade Police Department has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward, offering a $3,000 reward for tips leading to an arrest.
The community of Florida City has been deeply affected by the incident, with residents calling for an end to the violence that has plagued their neighborhood in recent years. Despite the ongoing investigation, no significant developments have been reported, and the case remains unsolved. The tragic loss of Tabitha Jamison serves as a stark reminder of the impact of gun violence on families and communities.
