Atiyeh Symone Chatmon, a 23-year-old woman of African American ethnicity, tragically passed away on March 3, 2020, in Fort Worth, Texas. Atiyeh, also known as "Tia" to her loved ones, was born on February 23, 1997, in Tacoma, Washington. She was described as a spirited and loving individual who had a passion for making things beautiful and collecting crystals.
The circumstances surrounding Atiyeh's death were deeply troubling.
On the day of her death, Atiyeh's estranged ex-boyfriend, Michael Sherrod Walker Jr., allegedly shot her at her workplace. According to authorities, Walker showed up at Atiyeh's workplace after the two had an argument over the phone. The argument escalated, and Walker shot Atiyeh in the chest before fleeing the scene. Atiyeh was taken to a hospital but was later pronounced dead.
Walker was identified as the primary suspect in Atiyeh's murder. He was eventually arrested and charged with murder and evading arrest. Walker turned himself in at the Tarrant County Lon Evans Correction Center and remains in custody in lieu of a $102,500 bail.
The tragic loss of Atiyeh Chatmon has left a significant impact on her family and friends, who remember her for her vibrant spirit and love for life. The case continues to be investigated by the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office, and Walker awaits trial for his alleged involvement in Atiyeh's death.
Atiyeh's family and friends have expressed their grief and have asked for privacy during this difficult time. They have also requested that anyone with information about the case come forward to assist in the investigation.
