Misty Rose Williams Obituary: Walmart Employee Fatally Shot in Nitro Parking Lot; Suspect Arrested
NITRO, West Virginia — A tragic shooting at a Walmart parking lot in Nitro has left the community mourning the death of 40-year-old Misty Rose Williams, who was found fatally shot on Monday morning.
According to the Kanawha County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the Walmart Nitro Marketplace after coworkers reported Williams missing during her break. Upon arrival, officers discovered her unresponsive inside her vehicle. They forced entry by breaking a rear window and confirmed she had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. Williams was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators later identified 54-year-old Eric Dewayne Richmond as the suspect. Authorities confirmed he was taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder. Officials also stated that Richmond and Williams shared children.
Law enforcement described the incident as isolated, with no ongoing threat to the public. However, the investigation remains active as authorities continue gathering evidence to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal encounter.
The sudden death of Misty Rose Williams has deeply affected coworkers, family members, and the wider Nitro community, who remember her as a dedicated employee and cherished loved one.
As the case proceeds, officials say further updates will be released as more information becomes available.