The Tuscaloosa community is grappling with heartbreak and shock after authorities confirmed that missing Alabama couple, Electra Skye and Jazeyon “JJ” Stewart, were found deceased Monday evening in the parking lot of Crunch Fitness on Greensboro Avenue. Investigators are treating the incident as a suspected murder-suicide.
Electra, a young woman known for her bright spirit and kind heart, had been reported missing over the weekend after she failed to return home following her shift at Taco Bell. Friends and family became alarmed after learning that Electra and Stewart had been involved in a heated argument on Sunday night. Witnesses reported that Stewart allegedly threw Electra’s car keys during the dispute, raising immediate concerns for her safety.
According to a Facebook update shared by a family member, Electra had only worked about an hour and a half that evening before the situation escalated. Although there was an initial intent to file a report, the couple left the scene before authorities were contacted.
On Monday, police began reviewing security footage from nearby businesses and were able to spot Electra’s car along Greensboro Avenue. However, due to the camera’s angle and quality, it was unclear who was inside the vehicle at the time. Later that day, around 6 p.m., Electra was last seen when she accompanied a friend to a Walmart Market off Hargrove Road. After that sighting, there were no further communications from her, deepening the family’s concern.
The tragic search ended when authorities discovered the couple’s bodies in the parking lot of Crunch Fitness. Investigators believe Stewart fatally shot Electra before turning the gun on himself. Official autopsies are pending, but police say early evidence at the scene points strongly toward a murder-suicide.
A Community in Mourning
The devastating loss of Electra Skye and Jazeyon Stewart has sent ripples of grief across Tuscaloosa and beyond. Electra, described by loved ones as “full of life” and “always willing to lend a hand,” touched many lives through her warm demeanor and positive energy. Friends have taken to social media to express their sorrow, share memories, and call for greater awareness surrounding domestic violence.
Family members, still grappling with the magnitude of the tragedy, are asking for privacy as they mourn the loss of their beloved daughter, sister, and friend. They are also encouraging others who may be in volatile relationships to seek help before situations escalate.
Calls for Change
This heartbreaking case has renewed conversations about the importance of early intervention in cases of domestic disputes. Friends of Electra noted that the argument between the couple appeared troubling enough to warrant concern and that even small signs of volatility should never be dismissed.
Local advocates are using this moment to call attention to available resources for those experiencing intimate partner violence. Hotlines, counseling services, and community outreach programs stand ready to assist those in need before tragedy strikes.
Final Goodbye
Plans for memorial services to honor Electra Skye’s life are currently underway, with family members expected to announce details in the coming days. Friends and community members have also discussed organizing a candlelight vigil in her memory, to celebrate her life and raise awareness in her name.
Electra’s light will be remembered by all who knew her — a bright soul taken far too soon.
If you or someone you know is experiencing relationship violence, please know help is available. You are not alone.