In Loving Memory of Zekhiry Hooks Gone Too Soon, Forever Remembered
Montgomery, Alabama is grieving yet another heartbreaking loss after police released new details surrounding a deadly shooting that occurred Monday evening on the city’s west side. The victim, 25-year-old Zekhiry Hooks, tragically lost his life in the violence—his passing marking Montgomery’s 56th homicide of 2025 and further highlighting the urgency of addressing the city’s ongoing struggle with gun violence.
Zekhiry’s life was cut short far too soon, leaving his family, friends, and community devastated. At just 25, he had so much life ahead of him—dreams to pursue, milestones to reach, and memories yet to be made. Those who knew him describe a young man full of energy, potential, and heart. Whether he was spending time with loved ones, laughing among friends, or working toward his goals, Zekhiry carried with him a presence that made him unforgettable.
The news of his passing has sent waves of pain throughout Montgomery. Another family now faces the unimaginable sorrow of losing a son, a brother, a friend—someone whose absence will forever leave an empty space at the table and an ache that words cannot heal. In neighborhoods already strained by violence, Zekhiry’s death serves as a grim reminder of how quickly lives can be changed, and how deeply each loss wounds an entire community.
Montgomery police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, urging anyone with information to come forward. As the search for answers unfolds, those who loved Zekhiry cling to memories of who he was—not just the tragic way he died, but the way he lived. They remember his laughter, his ambition, his loyalty, and the dreams he carried with him.
Gun violence has taken too many lives in Montgomery, leaving behind trauma that ripples through families, schools, workplaces, and communities. Zekhiry’s death—Montgomery’s 56th homicide of the year—is not merely a statistic. It is a tragedy that represents the loss of a full life, a bright future, and a person who mattered deeply to those around him.
As the city mourns, prayers rise for Zekhiry’s family, who now must navigate grief no parent, sibling, or loved one should ever have to endure. Their pain is immeasurable, and the community stands with them, offering love, strength, and support during this dark and difficult time.
May Zekhiry’s memory be a blessing, and may his story inspire renewed commitment to building a safer Montgomery—one where young lives are protected, and families no longer have to bury their children.
Rest in peace, Zekhiry Hooks.
Your life mattered. You are deeply loved, profoundly missed, and forever remembered.
