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crime1 year ago

"Arrests Made in Murder of Missing Montgomery Teen"

Two 18-year-old suspects have been charged with the murder of 16-year-old Michael Anthony Cole Jr., who had been missing from Montgomery since Jan. 25. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency issued an emergency missing alert for Michael on Monday, but canceled it on Tuesday without providing a reason. The suspects are accused of firing shots into an occupied dwelling, causing Michael's death on the day he was reported missing. Michael's body has been found, and the suspects have been booked into the Montgomery County Detention Center. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the police or Crime Stoppers.

missing-persons1 year ago

Family Offers $5,000 Reward for Safe Return of Missing Montgomery Teen

A $5,000 reward has been offered for information leading to the safe return of 16-year-old Montgomery teen Michael Anthony Cole Jr., who has been missing since January 25. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency issued an emergency missing alert for him, and three Montgomery city members are jointly offering the reward through Crime Stoppers. Michael was last seen wearing a black Tulones sweater, black skinny jeans, and black and white Jordan 11 shoes. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement or Crime Stoppers.

crime2 years ago

Tragic End for Tyler Goodson of 'S-Town' Podcast in Police Standoff

Tyler Goodson, who was featured in the "S-Town" podcast series, was shot and killed during a standoff with the police in Woodstock, Alabama. Goodson, who had barricaded himself inside a home, brandished a gun at officers before being shot. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are under investigation. "S-Town" is a podcast series that followed the story of John B. McLemore, who reached out for help investigating a murder in Woodstock.

law-enforcement2 years ago

"Officer Injured in I-65 Crash While Responding to Another Accident"

Pelham police officer Elizabeth Minter was severely injured after being hit by a speeding vehicle while directing traffic at a crash on Interstate 65. The driver ignored traffic control vests and emergency lights, and was taken into custody. Pelham Police Chief Brent Sugg warned against impaired driving, as there were multiple crashes over the holiday weekend involving drugs and alcohol. Minter is in stable condition but faces a long road to recovery. The Pelham Police Department is accepting donations for her recovery.

crime2 years ago

Multiple High-Speed Chases Result in Crashes on Alabama Highways

A high-speed chase involving a stolen 2018 Dodge Ram 3500 pickup truck ended in a crash and overturning on Interstate 65 near Montgomery, Alabama. The driver of the stolen vehicle refused to stop when troopers attempted a traffic stop, leading to a pursuit. The suspect caused two traffic crashes before crashing near the 173 mile marker. The extent of injuries is unknown, and law enforcement is working to provide more details. Two lanes of I-65 southbound remain blocked, and commuters are advised to use caution in the area.

accidents2 years ago

Fatal Crashes in Millbrook and DeKalb County Leave Two Women Dead

A 54-year-old woman from Millbrook, Marcia J. Lasinski, died in a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 331 near mile marker 85, about 12 miles south of Montgomery. The crash happened at approximately 1 a.m. Saturday when the 2006 Honda Accord she was driving collided head-on with the 2008 Dodge Ram truck driven by Solomon L. Smith III, 39, of Wetumpka. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the incident.

crime2 years ago

Alabama shootings highlight ongoing gun violence problem in America.

A fourth suspect has been charged in connection to the Dadeville mass shooting that left four dead and 32 others injured. Johnny Letron Brown, 20, of Tuskegee, was arrested and charged with four counts of reckless murder. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has established a Command Post and launched an extensive investigation using all available resources to process the scene. Law enforcement is still asking those in attendance at the party to come forward and provide information about what happened.

crime2 years ago

Alabama Mass Shooting: More Suspects Charged as Motive Remains Unknown

Two more suspects have been charged in connection to the Dadeville mass shooting that left four dead and 32 others injured, bringing the total number of arrests to five. The suspects face four counts of reckless murder. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is still asking for information from those in attendance at the party and is urging anyone with videos or photos from the incident to share them. ALEA has established a Command Post and launched an extensive investigation using all available resources to process the scene.

crime2 years ago

Continued Arrests and Frustrating Parallels in Dadeville Sweet 16 Shooting Investigation

A fourth suspect, Johnny Letron Brown, has been arrested in connection with the shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party in Dadeville, Alabama, that killed four and injured 32 others. Brown, along with three other suspects, has been charged with four counts of reckless murder and is being held without bond in the Tallapoosa County Jail. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspects will have an Aniah’s Law bond hearing within 72 hours.

missing-person2 years ago

Multiple Teens Reported Missing in Gardendale and Hempstead

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has issued an Emergency Missing Child Alert for 16-year-old Jayden Rachelle Richards, who disappeared from Gardendale on Saturday, March 8, 2023. She was last seen wearing a grey hoodie and khaki pants and may have entered a grey 2010-2012 Ford Fusion in the parking lot of Foodland. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call 911 or Gardendale police.

crime2 years ago

Alabama Deputy Fatally Shoots Kidnapping Suspect After Chase and Confrontation.

A man identified as Tedarrius Quentez Smith was shot and killed by a Jefferson County sheriff's deputy following a police chase that began in Fairfield, Alabama. Smith reportedly fled on foot and pointed a gun at the deputy before he was shot. Two others were taken into custody. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is leading the investigation.