Aliah Johnson, a 17-year-old girl from Pittsburgh, PA, tragically died on November 20, 2021, after being shot in the face by her boyfriend, 16-year-old Emeka Moye-King. The incident occurred at Moye-King's house in the Point Breeze neighborhood. According to police reports, Moye-King had handed Johnson his Glock-30 handgun to look at before he went to the bathroom.
When he returned, he took the gun from her with his finger on the trigger, and it accidentally discharged, fatally shooting Johnson.
Moye-King was charged with criminal homicide and possession of a firearm by a minor. The gun was illegally obtained, and no parent or guardian had provided it to Moye-King. The community and Johnson's family have mourned her loss, remembering her as a loving, caring, and helpful person who was involved in various community activities, including the McKeesport Girls Softball League and the community empowerment program in the Mon Valley.
Johnson's family has been coping with the tragedy, and her great-uncle mentioned that they are considering creating a foundation in her name to honor her legacy. The family celebrated her life just a few days after Thanksgiving, and her great-uncle described her as a "rose growing up through the concrete," highlighting her determination to overcome adversity.
The case has drawn significant media attention, and the family continues to seek justice for Aliah Johnson. The legal proceedings against Moye-King are ongoing, and the community remains supportive of Johnson's family during this difficult time.
