Yah'Monnie Houston, age 15

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Lost to gun violence on July 10, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Photo sources:

• gofundme.com: Donate to Support for Yahmonnie Houston’s Family, organized by Norrisa Bass
• Contributed photo

News sources:

• Jul 15: https://www.wbtv.com: 18-year-old accused of killing 15-year-old girl in east Charlotte shooting
• https://www.qcnews.com/crime-and-public-safety/15-year-old-girl-dies-after-shooting-on-independence-blvd/
• Jul 11: WCCB Charlotte: Police investigate shooting on East Independence Boulevard - WCCB Charlotte
• Gun Violence Archive

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