The Tragic Loss of a Young Mother: Alisia DeCoteau: A Life Cut Short in Seattle
In the early hours of a Sunday morning, the tranquility of Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood was shattered by a violent altercation that led to a senseless tragedy. Alisia DeCoteau, a 20-year-old mother, became the victim of a fatal shooting, an incident that has left the community and her family in profound grief and disbelief.
The Fatal Encounter
According to the available reports, the incident occurred in the 2500 block of Western Avenue just after 1 a.m. Witnesses at the Ellis Court Apartments reported hearing three gunshots and observing a dispute between two women. The argument escalated when Rickesha Overton, a 33-year-old woman, allegedly coerced DeCoteau down a flight of stairs at gunpoint.
The Shooting
Overton is accused of shooting at DeCoteau multiple times, with one of the bullets tragically striking her in the head. The confrontation continued into an alley where the suspect is reported to have threatened bystanders. However, she could not carry out further threats as her gun ran out of ammunition.
Aftermath and Arrest
Police quickly responded to the scene and managed to apprehend Overton near the southeast corner of Western Avenue and…
