Crime
Suspect shot and killed by FBI agent at Super 8 By Wyndham Hernando Hotel
No FBI agents were injured.
UPDATE: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating a shooting that occurred at the Super 8 Hotel on Sloans Way in Hernando on Friday morning, October 4th.
One person was fatally wounded during the incident, and no FBI agents were injured.
Further details about the shooting are currently limited.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
Reports of a shooting incident at the Super 8 Motel in Hernando have prompted a police response.
Officers are currently on the scene investigating the matter.
Limited details are available at this time, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Due to the ongoing investigation and increased police presence, traffic congestion is expected in the area.
It is advisable to avoid the area for the time being.
No suspects have been identified, and there has been no information immediately released regarding any arrests.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
Crime
Two Teens Charged in Fatal Shooting of 17-Year-Old Zaveon Simpkins During Robbery in Montgomery
Montgomery police have arrested two teens in connection with the fatal shooting of 17-year-old Zaveon Simpkins during a robbery over the weekend.
According to Sgt. Tina McGriff with the Montgomery Police Department, Christopher Kelly, 19, and Christian Kelly, 18, were taken into custody on Tuesday, April 8.
Both suspects have been formally charged with capital murder and first-degree robbery.
The shooting occurred shortly before 7:15 p.m. on Friday, April 4, in the 3600 block of Madolyn Lane.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire and discovered Simpkins suffering from life-threatening injuries.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
While authorities have not released full details of the incident, charging documents reveal that the victim was fatally shot during a robbery in which $500 in cash and an iPhone 12 were taken.
Both Christopher and Christian Kelly are currently being held without bond at the Montgomery County Detention Facility.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police have not disclosed whether additional arrests may be forthcoming.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Montgomery Police Department or Central Alabama CrimeStoppers.