Da’Myiah Pickens-Barton, a fellow cheerleader with the West Side Panthers, was remembered by her fellow team members for her excitement and vigour. The 9-year-old was killed in a drive-by shooting on Monday night in Silverton. She was in a home when gunfire started coming from outside. The gunfire that came from outside hit Da’Myiah with at least one shot that penetrated the house.

The local community will gather to remember a young life tragically taken in a drive-by shooting, celebrating the leadership and enthusiasm that defined the child’s all-too-brief existence.

Silverton celebrates leadership and enthusiasm

“She was just a ball of energy. There was never a dull moment when you saw her. She was always happy,” said cheer coordinator Michelle McCollum. “When she gets here, she got the energy, and she’s ready to go.”

The team practiced in honor of their beloved teammate with great spirit.

Demands for justice grow louder in Silverton

In the wake of this senseless act of violence, the community stands together in demanding justice and healing. Outraged by the tragic loss, calls for greater efforts to prevent such incidents and ensure community safety reverberates throughout the neighborhood.

Law enforcement authorities are actively investigating the drive-by shooting, leaving no stone unturned in their search for answers and justice. Witnesses and community members are encouraged to come forward with any information that might aid in the investigation, as the community’s unity becomes a powerful force against violence.

The village of Silverton released the following statement:

“Late last evening, a horrific incident took place in the 6000 block of Plainfield Road in which a young girl was killed by a shot fired into her home. We are shocked, angry and extremely saddened by this incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of young Da’Myiah Pickens-Barton as they grieve and try to make sense of this unthinkable tragedy.

On behalf of the Silverton community, we extend our wholehearted support during this unimaginably difficult time. Silverton is a small, close-knit community and this type of violence is uncharacteristic and unacceptable. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into the shooting.”

The outpouring of love and support underscores the resilient spirit of the neighborhood, as it rallies around those impacted by this tragic event. In conclusion, the local community comes together to honor the memory of a young victim, a devastating drive-by shooting cut whose life short. The celebration of their leadership and enthusiasm serves as a powerful reminder of the impact one individual can have through demands for justice and a united front against gun violence. The community strives to create a safer environment for all, ensuring that this tragic loss will not be in vain.

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