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Two Men Shot in Montgomery, One in Life-Threatening Condition

Preliminary evidence points to an illicit transaction that led to exchanged gunfire, prompting police to seek tips from the public.

Overview

  • Police responded to a reported shooting on the 4300 block of White Acres Road and found a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound after the early-morning incident on Monday, Sept. 7.
  • A short time later, hospital staff notified police that a second adult man had arrived with a non-life-threatening gunshot injury.
  • Montgomery Police say detectives are in the early stages of the probe and that preliminary evidence suggests both victims were engaged in an illicit transaction that escalated into exchanged gunfire.
  • No arrests or victim identities have been released and investigators are asking anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at 334-215-STOP, the Secret Witness Line at 334-625-4000, or the Montgomery Police Department at 334-625-2831.
  • The shooting is one of multiple violent incidents reported over the Labor Day holiday weekend in Montgomery, a pattern police are investigating as they gather evidence and witness tips.