In Loving Memory of Golden Edmond and Lolina Long
A community in Olivette is mourning the heartbreaking loss of two young lives, Golden Edmond, 23, and Lolina Long, 20, who died following a tragic act of domestic violence that ended in a murder-suicide. Their passing has left families, friends, and neighbors in shock, struggling to process the suddenness and severity of a loss that should never have occurred.
According to police, the incident unfolded late Tuesday afternoon at a residence in the 8800 block of Chisolm Court. Officers were called to the home just after 6:10 p.m. following reports of a domestic disturbance. Authorities later confirmed that during an argument, Golden Edmond fatally shot his girlfriend, Lolina Long, before taking his own life. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The events leading to the discovery were deeply distressing. Lolina’s mother contacted authorities after hearing what she believed were gunshots coming from the basement. Fearing the worst, she told officers she believed her daughter had been killed following the argument and that she locked the basement door. When police entered the basement, they found both Golden and Lolina near a bed, with the firearm still present. The scene was one of profound tragedy and irreversible loss.
In remembrance, loved ones are choosing to focus on the lives Golden and Lolina lived, not solely the circumstances of their deaths. Lolina Long was remembered as a young woman with her whole future ahead of her—full of promise, youth, and dreams yet to be realized. Those who knew her speak of her light, her energy, and the love she brought into the lives around her. She was a daughter deeply cherished by her family, whose absence leaves a void that words cannot fill.
Golden Edmond, too, was someone’s child, friend, and loved one. His death underscores the painful reality that unresolved conflict, emotional distress, and access to violence can have devastating consequences for everyone involved. While his actions caused irreparable harm, his loss also reflects the need for deeper conversations around mental health, conflict resolution, and intervention before moments of crisis turn fatal.
This tragedy has shaken Olivette and serves as a sobering reminder of how quickly domestic disputes can escalate with deadly outcomes. It highlights the urgent importance of recognizing warning signs, seeking help, and supporting resources for those experiencing relationship violence or emotional turmoil. Behind every police report are real people, families forever changed, and futures that will never be lived.
As the community grieves, thoughts and prayers are with the families of both Golden Edmond and Lolina Long. May they find strength in the love surrounding them during this unimaginable time. May Lolina be remembered for her life, her spirit, and the love she gave. And may this tragedy inspire compassion, awareness, and action to prevent such losses in the future.
May they rest in peace, and may their memories never be forgotten.