With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, family, friends, and members of the Charlotte community are mourning the tragic death of Jaqualla Monique Simmons, whose life was cut short in a devastating shooting incident in Charlotte, North Carolina.
According to the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department, officers responded just after 7 a.m. on July 12, 2026, to an assault with a deadly weapon call in the 7100 block of Wallace Road, an apartment complex located between Monroe Road and East Independence Boulevard.
Upon arrival, authorities found Jaqualla Monique Simmons suffering from gunshot wounds at the scene. She was pronounced dead shortly after. Her sudden passing has left loved ones and the community grieving an unimaginable loss.
Emergency medical responders reported that two additional individuals were injured during the incident. Both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were treated accordingly.
Investigators confirmed that a firearm was recovered at the scene and stated that all individuals connected to the incident have been accounted for. At this time, authorities have indicated that no additional suspects are being sought in connection with the shooting.
The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation, and officials have not yet released further details regarding what led to the tragic event.
As news of her passing spreads, the Charlotte community continues to express sorrow and concern, while loved ones remember Jaqualla Monique Simmons and the life she lived. Her loss serves as a painful reminder of the impact of violence on families and communities.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department at 704-432-8477 or Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
Heartfelt condolences are extended to Jaqualla Monique Simmons’s family, friends, and all who are mourning this devastating loss. May they find strength in one another, comfort in cherished memories, and peace during this difficult time.
Though her life ended tragically, Jaqualla Monique Simmons will be remembered, and her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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