On the evening of Saturday, January 24, 2026, the life of 23-year-old Ayia Alexis Harris was tragically cut short in Birmingham, Alabama. Police responded to reports of a shooting in the 7000 block of Division Avenue in the East Lake area. Upon their arrival at approximately 9:45 p.m., they discovered Harris unresponsive in the roadway, having sustained a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene, and despite their life-saving efforts, Ayia Alexis Harris was
pronounced dead at the location of the incident. The sudden and violent nature of her death sent ripples of shock and grief through the local community.
The Birmingham Police Department launched an immediate and intensive investigation into the homicide. Their efforts quickly led to a significant breakthrough in the case. Within 48 hours of the fatal shooting, authorities had identified and apprehended a suspect.
Willie James Nixon, 22 years old, was taken into custody in connection with the death of Ayia Alexis Harris. He has since been formally charged with murder. Following his arrest, Nixon was being held in custody without bond as the legal process against him commenced. The motive for the shooting has not been publicly released as the investigation continues.
