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Montgomery Downtown Shootout Leaves 2 Dead, 14 Shot as Police Hunt Multiple Gunmen

Detectives report no arrests as a multi-agency probe reviews extensive video and offers $55,000 for tips.

Overview

  • Police identified the deceased as 17-year-old Jeremiah Morris and 43-year-old Shalanda Williams after gunfire erupted around 11:30 p.m. near Bibb and Commerce streets.
  • Investigators say one victim was targeted before multiple people in the crowd drew weapons and exchanged fire in the tourist district.
  • Authorities recovered multiple semi-automatic firearms and shell casings, including high-capacity magazines, and are analyzing surveillance and social media footage.
  • Seven of the wounded are under 20, with the youngest 16, and several victims remain in critical condition.
  • No arrests have been announced as MPD, the FBI, ATF and U.S. Marshals pursue leads, and officials have posted a combined $55,000 reward and urged the public to share videos and tips.