Angelicca Amber Newton, Samy Alberta Estrada-Flores Death News; Pregnant Woman, Another Victim Killed in Jefferson County Shootings
Angelicca Amber Newton, Samy Alberta Estrada-Flores Death News – Two separate shootings in Jefferson County last week tragically claimed the lives of two individuals, including a pregnant woman, authorities reported. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victims on Monday as 29-year-old Angelicca Amber Newton from Center Point and 35-year-old Samy Alberta Estrada-Flores of Birmingham. Both incidents have left the community in shock and law enforcement actively investigating the circumstances surrounding these deaths.
Angelicca Newton was killed just before 10:30 a.m. on Thursday during what officials described as a domestic assault on Fifth Street North near Sixth Avenue North in Lipscomb. The suspect, 32-year-old Alfred Lee Colvin III, has been charged with capital murder in connection with Newton’s death. Colvin was apprehended and booked into the Jefferson County Jail shortly after 5 p.m. on Friday and remains held without bond. Law enforcement officials have indicated that the investigation into Newton’s slaying is ongoing, and they continue to gather evidence surrounding the domestic dispute that led to her death.
In a separate incident, Samy Alberta Estrada-Flores was fatally shot in the early hours of Friday during a predawn shooting that also left another person injured. Jefferson County sheriff’s deputies responded to a 12:19 a.m. call reporting a shooting at the 4000 block of Pinson Valley Parkway. When deputies arrived, they found Estrada-Flores critically wounded. Center Point Fire and Rescue personnel pronounced him dead at 12:23 a.m. A 34-year-old woman was also injured in the shooting and was transported to UAB Hospital, where she is expected to survive. No arrests have been made yet in Estrada-Flores’ case, and deputies are continuing to investigate to identify suspects and determine the circumstances that led to the shooting.
Jefferson County authorities have urged anyone with information related to either incident to come forward to assist with the investigations. Individuals can contact sheriff’s investigators directly at 205-325-1450 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. Police emphasized that community tips are critical in solving violent crimes and ensuring public safety.
These back-to-back tragedies highlight ongoing concerns about violent crime in the area, particularly incidents involving domestic disputes and early-morning shootings. Law enforcement officials continue to stress the importance of public vigilance and cooperation in providing information that can help prevent further violence. They also urge residents to remain aware of safety measures in both domestic and public settings.
The deaths of Angelicca Newton and Samy Estrada-Flores have left families and neighbors grieving while law enforcement works diligently to investigate and hold those responsible accountable. These incidents underscore the profound impact of violent crime on communities, as well as the ongoing efforts by authorities to investigate and respond swiftly to such tragedies.
Authorities remain committed to uncovering all relevant facts in both cases and have pledged to update the public as investigations continue. Meanwhile, the community mourns the loss of two lives and awaits justice for the victims.
