The tragic incident involving a 22-year-old pregnant model being shot by two armed men while sitting in a car in Washington, DC, has left the woman giving birth by C-section before succumbing to her injuries. The victim, Samya Gill, and the father of her unborn child were attacked when the gunmen opened fire on them. Despite being rushed to a hospital, Gill tragically passed away, while her baby was listed in critical condition. The second victim, her partner, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and police are currently investigating the motive behind the targeted attack. Gill’s grieving mother has expressed hope for the apprehension of the perpetrators and has set up a GoFundMe page to support her family and the newborn, named Zailey. This heartbreaking event is just one of four homicides in Washington DC last week, and a reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for any information leading to the arrest of the suspects.
22 year old Pregnant model shot inside car, gives birth before dying of injuries
By Leah Mitchell | Published January 11, 2026