Norma Monroe, a 43-year-old woman from Columbus, Ohio, tragically passed away on August 30, 2020. Norma was well-known and loved within her community. She was the daughter of Joycelyn and Walter Monroe, and a devoted mother to her son, J.W. Monroe. Norma was also a cherished sister to her siblings and an adoring aunt to many nieces and nephews.
On the night of her death, Norma was fatally shot in the head with a shotgun following a brief altercation outside her residence in the 500 block of Lock Avenue on the south side of Columbus. The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m., and despite being rushed to Grant Medical Center, Norma was pronounced dead an hour later. Witnesses reported that a group of individuals, including the suspect, went to Norma's residence, and after an argument, she was shot at point-blank range.
The suspect, Terry Davis, a 20-year-old man, was later indicted on two counts of murder with specification in connection to Norma's death. According to Franklin County Prosecutor Ron O’Brien, Davis fled the scene to a nearby residence after shooting Norma. Davis was arraigned on September 11, 2020, and faced legal proceedings for his involvement in the tragic incident.
Norma's death sent shockwaves through her community, and her family and friends continue to remember her fondly. The case against Terry Davis brought attention to issues of violence and safety in the neighborhood, prompting discussions on how to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Norma Monroe's legacy lives on through the memories of those who knew and loved her, and her story serves as a reminder of the impact of senseless violence on families and communities.
