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Two Killed, 12 Injured in Downtown Montgomery Mass Shooting

Police describe an exchange of fire between two groups near the Rosa Parks Museum after the Tuskegee–Morehouse game.

Overview

  • Gunfire erupted around 11:30 p.m. Saturday at Bibb and Commerce Streets in Montgomery's tourist district.
  • Authorities declared a mass casualty incident with 14 gunshot victims, including two fatalities, three in life‑threatening condition and nine with non‑life‑threatening injuries.
  • A large police cordon remains as detectives interview numerous witnesses and ask the public for information.
  • Officials, including the police chief and mayor, pledged to use every available resource to identify and charge those responsible.
  • No arrests or identifications had been announced by Sunday morning, with a further briefing expected at noon local time.