Alair J. Moncrieffe, a 31-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 27, 2021, in Saint Petersburg, Florida. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, around 4:30 a.m., near 33rd Street North and Fairfield Avenue. Alair Moncrieffe was one of two victims in a fatal shooting, the other being 49-year-old Timothy Lemar Marshall.
The shooting was the result of an altercation involving another man, later identified as 26-year-old Marquis Leonard Herring.
The altercation that led to the shooting was reportedly between three men. During the confrontation, Marquis Herring shot both Alair Moncrieffe and Timothy Marshall. Following the incident, Herring turned himself in to the police and was subsequently charged with one count of second-degree murder for the death of Alair Moncrieffe. Additional charges were considered pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation.
Alair Moncrieffe's death was a significant loss to his family and community. He is survived by his father, Hubert Moncrieffe; mother, Pauline McDonald; and his sons, Alair Jr., Amir, and Joshua Moncrieffe. The community mourned his passing, with many expressing their sorrow and condolences during his funeral services held at New Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.
The investigation into the shooting was thorough, with detectives working to piece together the events that led to the tragic deaths. The case highlighted the impact of gun violence in the community and the need for continued efforts to address such issues. The arrest and subsequent legal proceedings against Marquis Herring were closely followed by the community, as they sought justice for Alair Moncrieffe and Timothy Marshall.
