Crime
19-Year-Old Jarell Hodges Charged with Felony Murder Following Death of 18-Year-Old Keandre Simmons in Tuscaloosa Shooting
A 19-year-old man has been formally charged with felony murder following a deadly shooting in Tuscaloosa on Wednesday afternoon that left one person dead and two others injured.
The suspect, identified as Jarell Hodges, is accused in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Keandre Simmons, according to Capt. Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit (VCU).
The shooting took place around 4 p.m. on Beech Street in Tuscaloosa, where three individuals were shot.
Tragically, Simmons succumbed to his injuries, while the other two victims continue to receive medical treatment.
Investigators from the VCU have located and are interviewing multiple witnesses, as well as others present at the scene during the incident.
Kennedy confirmed that all individuals believed to be involved in the shooting are currently in custody, and additional charges are pending as the investigation progresses.
The case remains active, and authorities will provide further details once the investigation is complete.
Anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information that could aid in the case is urged to contact the Violent Crimes Unit at 205-464-8690.
Crime
19-Year-Old Kalise Goff Arrested for Capital Murder After Fatal Shooting of Boyfriend Christopher Sabb in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Police Department officials have reported that a woman is in custody following the fatal shooting of her boyfriend early Friday morning.
Authorities stated that officers responded to a domestic disturbance call shortly before 4 a.m. near Rixie Road.
During their investigation, police determined that 19-year-old Kalise Goff had allegedly shot her boyfriend, 19-year-old Christopher Sabb.
Sabb’s body was later discovered in the 8000 block of South Highway 161 near Wooten Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the investigation, Goff was arrested and is now facing a charge of capital murder.
Officials have not released additional details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have indicated that further information will be made available as it develops.
The Jacksonville Police Department has urged anyone with information related to this case to come forward.