Crime
2-year-old shot and killed in the Chapmanville area in Logan County
Logan County, WV – A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Logan County on Saturday, as a 2-year-old child was tragically shot and killed in the Chapmanville area, according to the West Virginia State Police.
The shooting occurred in the Chapmanville area of Logan County, a community shaken by the tragic loss.
Both the Logan County Sheriff’s Office and the West Virginia State Police responded to the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
West Virginia State Police have announced that the investigation is active and ongoing. Details about the nature of the shooting, potential suspects, or the events leading up to the tragedy have not yet been disclosed.
Law enforcement officials have assured the community that they will provide updates as more information becomes available. Residents are urged to respect the sensitivity of the situation and await further official details.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the West Virginia State Police to assist in the investigation.
Prichard, AL – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend in Prichard, leaving one person dead.
According to the Prichard Police Department (PPD) and the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), officers responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Dade Street on Sunday following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officials discovered Jymatric Pickens deceased at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.
According to an MCSO press release, the incident unfolded after Pickens allegedly arrived at his mother’s home that morning, where he began threatening and physically attacking her.
During the altercation, Pickens’ younger brother reportedly intervened and fired several shots at Pickens, striking him multiple times.
Pickens succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Investigators revealed that the residence had a history of domestic-related incidents, with Prichard police previously responding to multiple calls involving Pickens allegedly assaulting his mother.
Following interviews with those involved, no arrests have been made at this time.
The case remains under active investigation as authorities continue to gather evidence and review the circumstances surrounding the shooting.