Pontiac, Michigan – Residents at a Pontiac apartment complex were left shaken after a man was shot and killed during a violent incident early Wednesday morning. The shooting took place at the North Hill Farms Apartments, where a party in the parking lot turned tragic when gunfire erupted, resulting in the death of 24-year-old Rayjon Barnes. Two other men in their 20s sustained injuries in the shooting.
The community of North Hill Farms Apartments has unfortunately become accustomed to such violence, with multiple shootings occurring within close proximity in the past year. Residents, like Stacey Gelow, expressed frustration and a sense of helplessness, calling for an end to the ongoing gun violence plaguing their neighborhood.
In a disturbing account, resident Joanni Johnson recounted the fear of innocent individuals becoming victims of stray bullets, emphasizing the potential dangers posed by the reckless shootings. The bullets piercing through walls and windows have created an atmosphere of constant fear and uncertainty, with residents feeling unsafe in their own homes.
Law enforcement officials are actively seeking the shooter responsible for the fatal incident, urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. Crime Stoppers has offered a reward of up to $2,000 for tips leading to an arrest in connection with the case. The search for the perpetrator continues as the community grapples with the aftermath of the tragic event.