In the late-night hours of Saturday, July 22, 2023, the city of Albuquerque was marked by a tragedy that cut a promising life short. Brittany Shavon Geter, a 30-year-old Caucasian female, was found deceased on a street corner, the victim of a fatal gunshot wound. The Albuquerque Police Department responded to reports of a shooting just after 11 p.m. in the area of Central Avenue SE and Louisiana Boulevard SE.
Upon their arrival, they discovered Brittany at the corner of Central Avenue SE and Alcazar Street SE.
Originally from Farmington, New Mexico, Brittany had recently relocated to Albuquerque with hopes of building a better life for herself. Friends described her as being on a positive path, a vibrant and talented individual with a passion for rap and dance that brought joy to those who knew her. She was remembered for a radiant smile that could light up any room and for having a "huge heart." Many took to social media to express their grief and share memories, highlighting her deep love and care for her family and friends. A close friend mentioned that Brittany had a scholarship for dancing and was very close to her older sister, Cherelle.
The investigation into Brittany's death remains open, and as of now, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made. Her death marked the 87th homicide in Albuquerque in 2023. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers to assist in bringing closure to her grieving family and friends, who are left seeking answers in the wake of this sudden and senseless loss.
