Crime
33-year-old Thaddeus Stewart Killed in Shooting Following Argument on Turf Avenue in Huntsville
HUNTSVILLE, AL – A 33-year-old Huntsville man was shot and killed Monday night following an argument at a residence on Turf Avenue, according to local authorities.
The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) responded to reports of a possible shooting in progress at approximately 9 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Thaddeus Stewart lying in the front yard of a home, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical personnel transported Stewart to Huntsville Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Preliminary findings from HPD’s Major Crimes Unit indicate that Stewart was involved in an altercation with another individual before the shooting occurred.
However, authorities have not disclosed any information regarding a suspect or whether a person of interest is in custody at this time.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and law enforcement officials urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
This story will be updated as additional details become available.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.