Auburn, Alabama is gripped by shock, grief, and fear after a gruesome double homicide and the subsequent disappearance of a 4-year-old boy triggered an Amber Alert late Thursday afternoon. The boy, identified as Jibreel Harun, is believed to be in imminent danger, according to law enforcement officials, after his mother, 34-year-old Tyeisha Williams, and teenaged girl, 13-year-old Zynniya Wright, were discovered slain inside their home.
At approximately 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Auburn police officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1200 block of Samantha Court for a welfare check—a call that would unravel into one of the most chilling and urgent cases in the city’s recent history. When officers arrived, they found a crime scene inside the home that immediately prompted a full-scale investigation and a multi-agency search.
The two victims—Tyeisha Williams and her daughter Zynniya Wright—were found deceased inside the home. Lee County Coroner Daniel Sexton later officially identified the two, confirming their deaths and stating that the bodies would be transported to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences in Montgomery for autopsy. The nature of their injuries has not yet been publicly released, but investigators confirmed the case as a double homicide.
Authorities swiftly discovered that Jibreel Harun, the 4-year-old son of Tyeisha Williams, was missing from the home. According to police, the boy’s father, 41-year-old Aaron Dontay Williams, was not present at the time and had not been in contact. He was immediately identified as a person of interest in the double homicide and the suspected abduction.
Police believe Aaron Williams took Jibreel from the residence sometime prior to the welfare check. It is not yet clear whether Jibreel witnessed the killings or how much time had elapsed between the homicides and the child’s disappearance. What is clear, however, is that authorities now believe Aaron Williams is armed, extremely dangerous, and on the run with the boy.
The Amber Alert, issued statewide, provided a detailed vehicle description: a gray 2010 Honda Accord with Alabama license plate 43A224A. Williams, described as a Black male, 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing approximately 240 pounds, is considered a serious threat to public safety and to the life of his own child.
The alert paints a deeply disturbing picture of familial violence that escalated to the murder of a mother and a teenage girl—Zynniya Wright, who was not Aaron Williams’ biological daughter, according to investigators—and the potential abduction of a young child whose life now hangs in the balance.
A joint task force of local police, the FBI, and U.S. Marshals is now coordinating a manhunt across Alabama and potentially beyond. “Time is critical,” an Auburn police spokesperson said Thursday evening. “We need the public’s help. If you see this car, this suspect, or this child—do not approach. Call 911 immediately.”
Law enforcement has emphasized that Williams may be attempting to leave the state, and major interstate corridors are being monitored. Federal law enforcement agencies are now involved due to the crossing of jurisdictional lines and the severity of the case, which combines child endangerment, murder, and potential interstate flight.
The community of Auburn is reeling. Neighbors in Samantha Court described Tyeisha Williams as a quiet, devoted mother, frequently seen playing outside with Jibreel or attending school events with Zynniya. “It’s beyond comprehension,” said one resident. “We heard sirens, but never imagined this level of horror was happening on our street.”
As tributes begin to appear on social media for both Tyeisha and Zynniya, the desperation to find Jibreel safe grows by the hour. Family members, friends, teachers, and local pastors have shared photos and prayers, pleading for the boy’s safe return. “Bring Jibreel home,” one message read. “Don’t let this story end in more tragedy.”
Authorities have yet to publicly disclose any possible motive behind the killings or abduction. However, investigators are likely probing prior domestic incidents, possible custody disputes, or behavioral history involving Aaron Williams. Records related to protective orders, previous arrests, or mental health evaluations could shed light on what led to this horrific series of events.
To incentivize leads, Crime Stoppers and the FBI are offering a combined $15,000 reward for any information leading to the safe return of Jibreel Harun and the arrest of Aaron Williams. Investigators are urgently asking for the public’s vigilance, especially in surrounding states, truck stops, rest areas, and rural routes where Williams may attempt to evade detection.
The timeline of the events remains under investigation, but law enforcement has emphasized that the window to rescue Jibreel and prevent further harm is narrow. “This is an unfolding emergency. We will not rest until that child is found and returned to safety,” said an FBI spokesperson.
Meanwhile, arrangements for the autopsies of Tyeisha Williams and Zynniya Wright are being expedited. Their deaths mark not just personal tragedies for their families, but stark reminders of the deadly toll domestic violence can exact—especially when left unaddressed or unseen.
Anyone with information, regardless of how minor it may seem, is urged to call 911 immediately or contact Auburn police directly at 334-501-7313. Time is of the essence, and every moment counts.
Amber Alert Summary (Public Call to Action):
🚨 Missing Child: Jibreel Harun, 4-year-old Black male
🚨 Suspect: Aaron Dontay Williams, 41, 6’1″, 240 lbs, armed and dangerous
🚗 Vehicle: Gray 2010 Honda Accord, Alabama Tag 43A224A
📞 Call 911 or Auburn Police at 334-501-7313 if seen
💰 $15,000 reward offered for information leading to recovery and arrest
Please share this alert widely. The life of a child may depend on it.