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Two Killed, 14 Shot in Downtown Montgomery Shootout

Police say rival groups opened fire in a crowd during a packed downtown weekend.

Overview

  • Gunfire erupted around 11:30 p.m. Saturday at Bibb and Commerce streets near the Rosa Parks Museum in the city's tourist district.
  • Authorities declared a mass casualty incident as officers found multiple victims and large emergency crews secured the scene.
  • Victims include an adult man and woman who died, with three people in life-threatening condition and at least two juveniles among the injured.
  • Investigators are interviewing potential suspects, reviewing surveillance footage, and urging witnesses to share tips while no arrests have been announced.
  • The shooting followed the TuskegeeMorehouse football game and other downtown attractions, with police planning a Sunday noon local update.