Crime
Suspicious Person Report Leads to Lockdown at Cobb Galleria and Cobb Energy Centers

Following reports of a suspicious person in the area, both the Cobb Galleria Centre and Cobb Energy Centre were placed on lockdown at approximately 8:15 a.m.
The lockdown was lifted at 10:30 a.m., according to Galleria spokesperson Karen Caro.
Initial reports indicated that an intercom message alerted people inside one of the buildings about a potential shooter.
While the lockdown was ultimately lifted, the incident caused significant concern among visitors and staff.
Uniformed patrol officers responded to the area to investigate the reports of an armed subject.
To date, no suspicious individuals have been located, and officers are continuing to patrol the area.
Further details about the incident are currently unavailable.
Crime
14-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Selma, 17-Year-Old Suspect in Custody

SELMA, AL – A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.
The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 14-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.
Later that evening, Selma City Schools identified the victim as Jamarj Acoff in an official statement.
“This is a challenging time for us all as we deal with the loss,” Selma Interim Superintendent Darryl Aikerson stated.
Authorities arrested a 17-year-old suspect on Saturday afternoon in connection with Acoff’s murder.
The suspect’s name has not been released due to their status as a juvenile.
The 17-year-old is currently being held without bond at the Perry County Detention Center, pending a court hearing.
At this time, police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing.
In light of the tragedy, Selma City Schools announced that grief counseling services will be available for students upon their return to school on Monday.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the shooting to contact the Selma Police Department as the investigation continues.