Shambre Boyd, a 22-year-old pregnant woman, was fatally shot in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Monday, December 18, 2023. The incident occurred around 11:22 PM in the 1300 block of NW 3rd Court, near 14th Avenue. Boyd was sitting outside in a car when someone opened fire, resulting in her death along with that of her unborn child.
Boyd was a mother of four and was four months pregnant at the time of her death. Her family described her as having a bubbly personality and being dedicated to her role as a mother. The loss has been deeply felt by her family, with her sister, Tatiana Boyd, expressing the devastating impact of her death, and her aunt, Tangunika Boyd, highlighting the emotional toll on the family and the children left without a mother.
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department (FLPD) and Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue (FLFR) responded to the incident after an alert from Shot Spotter. FLFR provided immediate medical attention and transported Boyd to Broward Health Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.
The investigation into Boyd's murder is ongoing, and authorities are seeking any information that could lead to the identification of those involved. The public is urged to contact the Fort Lauderdale Police Department or Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS if they have any details about the incident.
Boyd's family has created a GoFundMe to help with expenses following her death, reflecting the community's support and the family's need for assistance during this difficult time. As of the current date, the case remains unsolved.
