In Loving Memory of Niliyah Montgomery
With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we remember Niliyah Montgomery, a young woman whose life was tragically taken on February 1, 2026, in San Bernardino, California. At just 19 years old, Niliyah’s life was cut short in a senseless act of violence, leaving behind heartbreak, unanswered questions, and a family forever changed by her loss.
On that Sunday evening, San Bernardino Police responded to reports of a shooting on the 1600 block of West Concord Street. Niliyah was shot in the back outside her residence following an argument that escalated into a physical altercation. She was rushed to the hospital by ambulance, but despite all efforts, she later succumbed to her injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident as a homicide, and the community continues to seek justice and clarity in the wake of this devastating tragedy.
Niliyah was more than a victim in a tragic incident—she was a daughter, a loved one, and a mother to a beautiful 3-year-old daughter who now must grow up without her. The pain of her absence is immeasurable, and the impact of her loss will echo through her family and loved ones for years to come. She carried the responsibilities and dreams of a young mother, hoping to build a future filled with love, stability, and happiness for her child.
Those who knew Niliyah remember her youth, her spirit, and the moments that defined her as a person. She was at an age where life should have been opening up—where dreams were forming, plans were being made, and hope was alive. Her laughter, her presence, and her love for her child were parts of her identity that cannot be replaced.
Her passing is a painful reminder of how fragile life can be and how quickly violence can take away what should have been a long and meaningful journey. It is a reminder of the importance of compassion, community, and the need to protect and uplift one another—especially young lives filled with potential.
As the investigation continues, Niliyah’s family, friends, and the community grieve together, holding onto memories and searching for comfort in shared love and support. The San Bernardino Police Department has asked anyone with information to come forward, hoping that truth and justice will bring some measure of peace to those who loved her.
Today, we honor Niliyah Montgomery not only for how she died, but for how she lived—for the love she gave, the life she created, and the future she dreamed of. Her legacy lives on in her daughter, in the memories of those who knew her, and in the hearts of all who mourn her loss.
May Niliyah rest in eternal peace.
May her family find strength in love and remembrance.
And may her story never be forgotten.
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