Lenell Kirby From Detroit On The Run After Having Allegedly Shot Two Women, Killing One

Police say Lenell Kirby may use the nickname, "Nell" and has three distinctive tattoos.

Composite image of fugitive Lenell Kirby [US Marshals]

Composite image of fugitive Lenell Kirby [US Marshals]

By: Michelle Sigona

Investigators say Lenell Kirby is accused of committing a violent attack against two victims in Detroit, MI. On June 3, 2018, authorities say he allegedly shot 22-year-old Kiera Autrey and 28-year-old Tyiela Autrey. Police say Tyiela was shot through the eye and died from her injuries, while Kiera miraculously survived after being shot six times.

TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS

WEIGHT: 185 pounds

HEIGHT: 5 feet 8 inches

DOB: June 21, 1989

ALIASES: “Nell”

TATTOOS: Kirby has (3) tattoos and (2) body piercings:

1) Tattoo on his back right arm – symbol of “D-Red Wings – Lions”

2) Center Left Wrist “Miah”

3) Tattoo on his upper right chest, “Linda”

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