A tragic incident in Oklahoma City has led to the arrest of a 30-year-old woman, Elisha Kirby, who allegedly admitted to shooting and killing her neighbor, 45-year-old Billy Sorrels. Kirby was taken into custody by the Oklahoma City Police on Sunday after an investigation revealed that her gunshot may have caused Sorrels’ death.
The Fatal Incident
On Friday night, police responded to a call from Sorrels’ residence. Upon arriving, they found Sorrels’ body on the front porch of his home, having died from a gunshot wound. Initially, authorities believed the death to be a suicide, as they found a rifle in the bedroom where Sorrels had been sitting with a 12-year-old child who was playing video games. However, further investigation uncovered a bullet hole in the wall of the home that appeared to come from the outside.
Investigation and Confession
The investigation led the police to Kirby, Sorrels’ next-door neighbor. According to court documents, Kirby admitted to firing a gun from her front door during an argument with another woman. She stated that she believed she was simply firing the gun into the air, not aiming at anyone or anything specific. Kirby also confessed that she has “anger issues” and let her emotions take control of her actions.
Master Sergeant Gary Knight of the Oklahoma City Police Department explained that the bullet fired by Kirby “had to go somewhere,” and tragically, it went through the wall and struck Sorrels, causing his death. Kirby reportedly had a history of firearm incidents, including one where she injured herself in the past.
Charges and Arrest
Kirby was arrested on a complaint of second-degree murder. She remains in the Oklahoma County Detention Center, held without bond, as the Oklahoma County District Attorney’s Office has not yet formally charged her, though an initial criminal filing has been made.
This case highlights the tragic consequences of reckless actions fueled by anger. The investigation is still ongoing, and Kirby will likely face further legal proceedings as authorities work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding this deadly incident. The loss of a life, especially due to an impulsive act, underscores the importance of managing emotions and understanding the serious impact that a moment of anger can have.
