On a tragic day in Huntsville, Alabama, the life of 24-year-old DAsia Monique Morris was cut short. On August 29, 2023, Morris and her partner, 20-year-old Sequoiya Mone'e Lamar, were found deceased at their residence on Bonnell Drive, both having suffered from gunshot wounds. The two women were known for sharing their lives and love with a growing following on social media platforms.
The investigation into the double homicide quickly led authorities to a suspect, their neighbor, Tye
Deshun Stevens. Investigators believe the fatal altercation stemmed from a dispute over car tires. Following the incident, Stevens fled the area, prompting a search that extended to Anniston, Alabama, and Columbia, South Carolina. He was apprehended in Anniston in September 2023 by the U.S. Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force and extradited back to Madison County.
Stevens, who was 23 at the time of his arrest, has been charged with two counts of capital murder. He has been denied bond on multiple occasions. In court proceedings, the prosecution has stated its intention to seek the death penalty and has indicated that no plea deal will be offered. Stevens' legal team claimed self-defense in a bid for immunity, but that claim was denied in February 2026. His trial is scheduled to begin on August 17, 2026. The case has drawn significant attention in the Huntsville community, highlighting the devastating impact of gun violence.
