Shooting

Prattville Shooting

One Man Critically Injured

Authorities are searching for a shooting suspect this afternoon. It occurred on north Northington Avenue near Bent Tree Drive. Police Chief mark Thompson says one man was transported to Baptist South Medical Center with injuries described as life-threatening. No names released, but the chief says the shooter and victim knew each other. An investigation is currently underway. Categories: Montgomery Metro,…

One Suspect shot in Macon County manhunt

Three suspects remain at large.

We now have more information on a manhunt in Macon County. One suspect in that man hunt was shot and taken into custody, three other suspects remain at large. It all started around 2:30am Wednesday , September 26. A man sleeping in his car at a truck stop off I-85 exit 42 was attacked by four men. Investigators say after…

Selma Police Investigate the City’s 9th Murder of 2018

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A murder investigation is underway in Selma after a man is shot and killed early Sunday morning. Sgt. Ray Blanks says the victim was found lying outside on the ground when police arrived on the scene. “A 37 year old black male was on the scene, unresponsive from an apparent gunshot wound,” said Blanks. “The…

Authorities: Selma Shooting Victim Dies; Charges Upgraded Against Suspect

Authorities say the unidentified victim in a recent shooting in Selma has died. Dallas County District Attorney Michael Jackson says charges against the suspect, 23-year-old Shaquille Tyus, will be upgraded to Capital Murder. Tyus is also charged with one count of Attempted Murder and one count of Shooting into an Occupied Vehicle. The shooting happened Monday afternoon in the parking…

Selma Police Officers Ambushed

An Alabama police chief says two of his officers were lured and ambushed by “cowards,” and that it’s not the first time it’s happened. Selma Police Chief Spencer Collier tells AL.com that up to eight shots were fired at two police investigators called Monday night to a public housing complex. The officers were not injured, but Collier says a patrol…

Shooting in Selma Leaves One Hurt, One Behind Bars

From the West Alabama Newsroom– A shooting in Selma leaves one man critically injured — and another man behind bars facing multiple charges. Police say 23 year old Shaquille Tyus has been arrested and charged with two counts of attempted murder — and one count of discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle. The shooting happened Monday afternoon in the…

MPD Investigated Shooting

8900 Block of Hatton Avenue

Montgomery Police are investigating the shooting that happened about 9:00 PM. Their statement: An adult male sustained a gunshot wound while in the 4900 block of Hatton Ave. He was transported to a local hospital in serious condition. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are under investigation. No arrests have been made. Categories: Montgomery Metro, News Tags: MPD, no arrests, Shooting

MPD Investigating String of Shooting and Arson Cases

USA, New York State, New York City, Crime scene barrier tapeMontgomery police are investigating a string of shooting and arson cases. There have six incidents over the last month happening in mostly in the same part of the city. Police say the incidents began on July 4. They happened in the 3700 block of Gilmer Avenue, the 3100 block of…

Police: Man on the Run, Wanted for Millbrook Robbery and Assault

The Millbrook Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a Montgomery man wanted for assault and robbery. Louis Stinson, Jr, 40, is accused of shooting into a residence in the 4000 block of Grandview Road Saturday. Police say a 51-year-old woman and her 21-year-old son were shot. The woman’s injuries are life-threatening. No motive for the shooting has…