An East Houston woman has tragically passed away three weeks after allegedly being stabbed by her husband. The incident, which unfolded on December 3, has deeply affected her family, particularly her brother, who witnessed the attack via FaceTime.
Rosevelt Gilliam, aged 54, is accused of stabbing his wife, Kimberly Gilliam, 58, and then attempting to set her ablaze. Family members reported that the attack occurred while Rosevelt was on a FaceTime call with Kimberly’s mother, leading to a harrowing situation.
Emergency services were alerted to the scene on Islamorada Drive and Cay Col Court, where neighbors reported a violent altercation. Kimberly was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries on December 20. Meanwhile, Rosevelt also sustained injuries after reportedly setting himself on fire and has since been released from the hospital to face legal consequences.
Rosevelt is currently held in custody with a bond set at $1.5 million for aggravated assault with a weapon against a family member. His criminal record reveals a history of arrests, including previous assaults and robbery charges.
In an emotional statement, Kimberly’s brother, Salama Morgan, recounted witnessing the horrific event unfold. He expressed his desperation, pleading with Rosevelt not to harm his sister. Salama described his shock and devastation upon learning of her death, indicating that the family is deeply affected by this loss.
Kimberly’s sister, Decheshe Morgan, echoed the sentiment of loss felt by the family, emphasizing the irreversible impact of Rosevelt’s actions. She lamented the potential future that was stolen from Kimberly and the love she could have continued to share with her family.
Rosevelt Gilliam is scheduled to appear in court on January 8, as the investigation continues into this tragic incident.
The family is seeking assistance with funeral expenses through a GoFundMe campaign. Additionally, anyone facing domestic violence is encouraged to seek help through various resources, including calling 911 or contacting the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233).
