Crime
Prichard Shooting Leaves One Dead Following Domestic Incident
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.
Pflugerville, Texas – Two men were fatally shot, and a woman remains in critical condition following a violent incident at a Pflugerville home early Monday morning, according to local authorities.
Just after midnight, officers from the Pflugerville Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Orchard Park Circle.
Upon arrival, they discovered two deceased male victims and a critically injured female victim, who was immediately transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment.
Authorities confirmed that the suspect is also deceased, though details regarding their identity and role in the shooting have not yet been disclosed.
Police have described the incident as isolated, emphasizing that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.
However, investigators are still working to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
As of now, officials have not released the identities of the individuals involved, nor have they provided further information regarding a possible motive.
The investigation remains active, and additional details are expected as law enforcement continues its inquiry into the tragic event.