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Police: Montgomery Downtown Mass Shooting Was Targeted as City Posts $50,000 Reward

A multiagency team is pursuing leads after police said several people in the crowd opened fire.

Overview

  • Two people were killed, including a 17-year-old, and 12 others were injured for a total of 14 victims.
  • Police Chief James Graboys said one victim was specifically targeted, triggering a wider exchange of gunfire.
  • Investigators with the Montgomery Police Department are working alongside ALEA, the ATF and the FBI.
  • The city and CrimeStoppers announced a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.
  • Six of the injured are under 20, and residents are calling for answers without broad-brushing the city.