Crime
Birmingham Man Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash on City’s Southwest Side
Birmingham, Ala. – A Birmingham man lost his life in a single-vehicle crash over the weekend on the city’s southwest side, authorities confirmed.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 31-year-old Langston Jacob Thomas.
The crash occurred at approximately 12:43 a.m. on Sunday in the 2800 block of Wilson Road S.W.
Details regarding the circumstances of the wreck have not yet been released.
Emergency medical personnel transported Thomas to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 1:19 a.m.
The Birmingham Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash.
Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Crime
Former Campbell High School Student Killed in Shooting at After-Prom Party, Suspect Carlos Diaz Arrested
The victim, identified in the arrest warrant as Ashton, a juvenile age 17 or younger, was fatally shot during an altercation.
Powder Springs, Ga. – A former Campbell High School student tragically lost their life in a shooting that occurred over the weekend at an after-prom party in Powder Springs, according to authorities.
The incident took place on Saturday night at a residence on New MacLand Road in West Cobb County.
The victim, identified in the arrest warrant as Ashton, a juvenile age 17 or younger, was fatally shot during an altercation.
Police have arrested Carlos Diaz, who is now facing multiple charges, including murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting have not yet been released.
Campbell High School Principal Dr. Vanessa Watkins addressed the tragedy in a letter to parents on Sunday, confirming that the victim was a former student.
“With a heavy heart, I find myself typing the most devastating words for a principal to type or a parent to read,” Watkins wrote. “Late last night, at a house in West Cobb, a fight resulted in a former Campbell student losing their life. While this tragedy didn’t have anything to do with our school directly, we have already begun hearing how it is affecting our students.”
In response to the incident, Campbell High School has arranged for counseling services to be available for students and staff who may need support.
Law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and additional details may be released as the case progresses.