On the morning of May 28, 2020, 30-year-old Shameka Lajuan Oliver of Jackson, Michigan was found outside her residence in the 1200 block of Chittock Avenue with a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Police say gunshots were reported around 7:00 AM. Shameka was a mother of four daughters and worked as a supervisor at Renaissance Northland Home, where she was known for compassionate care.

Authorities arrested 33-year-old Rodney Stevenson at the scene. Investigators reported evidence of domestic violence, and say Stevenson gave Shameka flowers just hours before the shooting, later offered multiple misleading explanations to police, and dragged her body from the house after shooting her. At the time, he was out on bond on several felony charges and had a prior prison sentence for third-degree home invasion and aggravated stalking. He was charged with open murder and felony firearm possession.

Shameka’s mother, Salonda Oliver, addressed the court at sentencing and has since become involved with Stop the Violence Jackson to support families affected by violence. Does anyone have information about Shameka’s life or the neighborhood around Chittock Avenue that could shed light on this case?