PONTIAC, Mich. — The community of Pontiac is reeling in sorrow following a heartbreaking tragedy that has left a family devastated and an entire neighborhood in mourning. On October 30, 2025, 33-year-old Latrece Shanna Harper was found deceased inside her home on South Marshall Street, marking a painful loss that has shaken the tight-knit community to its core.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to Harper’s residence late Thursday evening after receiving reports of an unresponsive woman. When emergency personnel arrived, they discovered Latrece inside her home. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released details about the cause of death, but investigators are actively looking into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
Neighbors were left stunned by the news, describing Latrece as a warm-hearted and caring woman who was deeply devoted to her family. “She was always smiling, always helping,” one neighbor said tearfully. “She loved her kids and her family more than anything. It just doesn’t seem real that she’s gone.”
Latrece Shanna Harper, known affectionately as “Treece” to her loved ones, was a proud mother, daughter, and friend who touched countless lives with her kindness and strength. Friends say she was the type of person who would give without hesitation, always checking in on others and lending a hand when someone was in need. Her compassion and loyalty made her a pillar of love and support in her circle.
“She had such a beautiful soul,” a close friend shared. “She had been through hard times, but she never let it break her spirit. She always found a way to lift others up, even when she was struggling herself.”
As news of her passing spread, a wave of grief swept through Pontiac. Family and friends have gathered outside her South Marshall Street home, leaving candles, flowers, and heartfelt notes in memory of the young mother whose life was tragically cut short. Vigils are being planned in her honor, as loved ones seek both comfort and justice while awaiting answers from investigators.
Community leaders and clergy members have also reached out to support the family, offering prayers and counseling to those affected by the loss. “This tragedy has hit Pontiac hard,” one local pastor said. “Latrece was part of our community’s heartbeat — a loving mother, a trusted friend, a woman of strength. Her loss reminds us of how precious and fragile life truly is.”
For many, the uncertainty surrounding Latrece’s death only deepens the pain. Authorities have assured the public that the investigation remains a top priority, and detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward. “We are committed to finding out what happened,” an official with the sheriff’s office said. “Our goal is to provide the family with the answers and closure they deserve.”
Latrece’s family, heartbroken by her sudden death, has asked for privacy as they grieve and prepare to celebrate her life. Plans for a memorial service are currently being arranged, and community members have already begun organizing fundraisers to assist with funeral expenses and to support her children during this difficult time.
Though her life was tragically cut short, Latrece Shanna Harper will be remembered for the love, light, and laughter she brought into the world. Her memory will live on in her children, her family, and the many hearts she touched during her 33 years of life.
As Pontiac mourns, the community stands united — holding onto faith, love, and the hope that justice and peace will soon follow this unimaginable loss.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers of Michigan.
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