MPD: Two Suspects Sought in Eastchase Parkway Theft of Property Investigation
The Montgomery Police Department is seeking the identity of two suspects in a Theft of Property investigation.Â
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Suspects in Two Lowndes County Bank Robberies Sentenced in Federal Court
Two men convicted of robbing two Lowndes County banks have been sentenced. On Thursday, July 1, a judge sentenced Bennie Ray Carpenter, Jr., 42, of Town Creek, to over 154 months (over 12 years). A day later, a judge sentenced Hunter Lee McPherson, 21, of Greenville, to 130 months (over 10 years).
Birmingham Police Officer Arrested on Rape, Drug Charges
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say a Birmingham police officer was arrested on charges of rape and drug possession after investigators searched his home following a complaint about allegations of misconduct. Officer Matthew Wilcox, 37 was arrested and relieved of…
Montgomery Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal 4th of July Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department has made an arrest in a fatal Fourth of July shooting. On Monday, July 5, MPD arrested and charged Damien Phifer, 25, of Montgomery, with Murder.
Montgomery Police Investigating Fatal 4th of July Shooting
The Montgomery Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting. The shooting occurred on Sunday, July 4, around 5:30 pm. Police responded to the intersection of Seaton Blvd and Vaughn Road. At the scene, they located an adult male suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Lawmakers Explore Prison Options, Use of COVID Relief Funds
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Legislative leaders are continuing to discuss prison construction and renovation alternatives, including if pandemic relief funds can be used to offset costs or renovating and building prisons. Key lawmakers say they expect to continue discussions this…
Two Shot in Montgomery; One Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries
Montgomery police are investigating a shooting that left two men hurt.
Inmate Death Reported at Bullock Correctional Facility
An Alabama prison inmate has died after an apparent assault last month at Bullock Correctional Facility. The Alabama Department of Corrections said Edwin Brazil, 40, died June 22 at a hospital from injuries sustained in an apparent assault by a…
Disabled Vet Killed, Man Hurt in Camden Shooting
From the West Alabama Newsroom-- A murder investigation is underway in Camden after a disabled veteran is killed -- and her husband is hurt -- in a shooting. Camden Assistant Police Chief Keldric Powell…
Selma Police Charge Man with Murder in June Shooting
The Selma Police Department has made an arrest in the shooting death of 26-year-old Tyquan Fikes of Selma. Michael Laval Jackson, Jr., 20, of Selma is charged with Murder in Fikes' death.Â
