Tragic Death of 13-Year-Old Boy in Bessemer Shooting
Originally Published 2 years ago — by AL.com
A 13-year-old boy, Timothy Sampson, has died days after being critically injured in a domestic shooting in Bessemer, Alabama. Timothy, who would have turned 14 in three days, was described by his family as loving, caring, and funny. The shooting occurred during a domestic violence incident, and the suspect, Helvetius Hall, remains in custody on charges of first-degree assault and discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling. The community, including Timothy's school, is providing support and counseling for those affected by the tragedy.