Valeesha Duncan, a 31-year-old African American woman, was tragically killed on August 17, 2021, in Houston, Texas. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning as she returned home from her job at a gentlemen's club in the Galleria area. Upon arriving at her residence on Appletree Hill Lane, she was ambushed in her garage by an unknown assailant who fired approximately 50 rounds at her.
Despite being able to exit her vehicle, Valeesha succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Harris County Sheriff's Office responded to the shooting at around 5:25 a.m. and found her with multiple gunshot wounds.
Valeesha Duncan was a mother, and her death left her family and friends devastated. Timothy Richard, a longtime friend and the father of her son, described her as a kind and sweet person. He emphasized that they had a positive relationship despite being ex-partners, highlighting her character. At the time of the shooting, their 11-year-old son was not at home, as they were in the midst of back-to-school preparations.
The investigation into Valeesha Duncan's murder has been ongoing, with authorities seeking any information that could lead to the identification and arrest of the suspect. The assailant fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan, and investigators have been reviewing surveillance footage from the area in hopes of finding clues. Despite the extensive efforts, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. The Harris County Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in solving the case.
Valeesha's mother, Verlisa Duncan, has been vocal in her plea for justice, expressing her frustration and anger over the lack of progress in the investigation. She described the experience as living in limbo, unable to understand how someone could take her daughter's life and continue living as if nothing had happened. The family continues to hope that someone with information will step forward and help bring closure to this tragic case.
