When jealousy is allowed to grow unchecked, the consequences can be devastating.
A man who had recently been released from prison became wanted within hours after allegedly killing his ex-wife due to jealousy.
The incident occurred on October 7, 2023, when Armond Hilton entered a barbershop in North Philadelphia, located on the 2500 block of West Lehigh Avenue, and fired two shots at his ex-wife, Nitiffa Wade.
Hilton had previously been arrested for undisclosed crimes and had served a prison sentence of several years, though the exact length of time is not publicly known.
By the time of his release, his ex-wife had divorced him, blocked him from contacting her, begun a new relationship, and started building a new life, leaving Hilton financially strained and excluded from her progress.
According to Hilton, the money his ex-wife used to improve her life had originally been his. Before serving his prison term, he had entrusted her with his money, business, and properties.
Authorities report that Hilton is wanted on charges of murder and robbery. Police responded to a radio call regarding a person with a gun at the 2500 block of West Lehigh Avenue on October 7, shortly after 1:45 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 40-year-old woman who was unresponsive, suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and torso. The woman was later identified as Nitiffa Wade and was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials have labeled Hilton as armed and dangerous.
Wade was a social media influencer, sometimes known online as Nailah Amour, and was recognized for her viral storytelling.
Police continue to urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 215-686-334 or call or text the Philadelphia Police Department’s tipline at 215-686-TIPS (8477). A reward of $20,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
