Crime
Multiple people shot after active shooter incident in Laurel County
Authorities are responding to reports of a mass shooting incident along Interstate 75 in Laurel County, near Exit 49.
According to initial reports, shots were fired from a wooded area, striking multiple vehicles on the highway.
London Mayor Randall Weddle has confirmed that there are multiple victims, though the exact number and their conditions have not yet been released. Emergency responders are currently on the scene providing medical assistance.
Due to the ongoing investigation, Interstate 75 is closed in both directions between [Exit numbers]. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Law enforcement agencies, including local, state, and potentially federal authorities, are actively working to contain the situation and apprehend the suspect. The motive and number of individuals involved remain under investigation.
Residents in the vicinity of the incident are advised to stay indoors, remain vigilant, and follow updates from local law enforcement.
Tuscaloosa, Ala. – A 41-year-old man has been charged with capital murder following a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 62-year-old Tuscaloosa resident on Sunday afternoon.
According to the Tuscaloosa Police Department, officers responded to a residence in the 3200 block of 18th Street at approximately 4:00 p.m. on March 9 after receiving reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Joseph Earl Miller, 62, deceased inside his home from apparent gunshot wounds.
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit took over the investigation and, after conducting interviews with family members, identified Andrew Wayne Hollie, 41, as the primary suspect.
According to family statements, Hollie had been involved in a relationship with Miller’s daughter and had reportedly threatened and abused both her and Miller in the days leading up to the shooting.
Initially, law enforcement was unable to locate Hollie. However, after gathering sufficient evidence, investigators obtained a capital murder warrant for his arrest.
Early Monday morning, the U.S. Marshals Task Force apprehended Hollie, and he was taken into custody.
He has been booked into the Tuscaloosa County Jail and is being held without bond.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with additional information to contact the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit.