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Montgomery Downtown Shootout Leaves 2 Dead, 14 Wounded During Packed Weekend

Police are seeking tips in a complex multi-shooter investigation with a $55,000 reward for information leading to arrests.

Overview

  • Rival groups opened fire around 11:30 p.m. near Bibb and Commerce streets as crowds gathered after the TuskegeeMorehouse game and other events.
  • Authorities identified the deceased as 17-year-old Jeremiah Morris and 43-year-old Shalanda Williams.
  • Five victims remain hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and several of the wounded are juveniles, with the youngest reported at 16.
  • Investigators recovered multiple semi-automatic weapons and numerous shell casings and are reviewing surveillance and social media videos.
  • No arrests have been announced as detectives interview individuals with assistance from state and federal agencies and the city and CrimeStoppers post a combined $55,000 reward.