Madisyn Alandra Suzanne White-Carroll

Madisyn Alandra Suzanne White-Carroll, a 19-year-old resident of Oakland, California, tragically lost her life on December 10, 2019. She was found fatally shot inside her car after it crashed in East Oakland. The incident occurred just before 9 p.m. in the 9800 block of E Street. Authorities believe she was on her way home at the time of the shooting, but it remains unclear whether she was shot before or after the crash. Madisyn was described by her family and friends as a grounded, caring individual with a promising future. She had recently celebrated her birthday and was known for her artistic talents in styling clothing and makeup.

The investigation into Madisyn's death revealed that the shooting was a result of a road rage incident. The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Roberto Martinez from Hayward, allegedly shot Madisyn following a minor collision between their vehicles about an hour before the fatal incident. Martinez, who was reportedly still upset about the collision, saw Madisyn driving back through the area and shot her, causing her car to crash. Despite the efforts of the police to apprehend him, Martinez fled the country before he could be arrested. He has been formally charged by the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office with murder, shooting at an occupied vehicle, carrying a loaded firearm on one’s person in a city, and carrying a concealed firearm on the person. A no-bail arrest warrant has been issued for him.

Madisyn's family has been deeply affected by her untimely death. Her father, Erik Carroll, recounted the night of the shooting, expressing the family's growing concern when Madisyn did not return home by her usual time. The family’s worst fears were confirmed when Erik contacted the coroner and learned that his daughter had been the victim of the shooting. The identification of a suspect has brought little solace to the family, as they continue to grapple with the loss of a beloved daughter and sister. Madisyn's mother, Shauna White, and father have spoken warmly of her integrity, bravery, and the positive impact she had on those around her. The community remembers Madisyn as a young woman full of promise, whose life was tragically cut short by a senseless act of violence.