Crime
Malik Allen killed after shooting on Hickory Street in Tallassee
On Saturday, April 26, 2025, officers from the Tallassee Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 900 block of Hickory Street.
Upon arrival, officers located the victim, identified as Malik Allen, a Black male.
Allen was transported to Tallassee Community Hospital by private individuals, where emergency medical personnel rendered aid.
Despite their efforts, Allen succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
The Tallassee Police Department is actively investigating this incident.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the shooting death of Malik Allen to contact the Tallassee Police Department at (334) 283-6586. Information can be provided anonymously.
Further updates will be released as the investigation develops.
Crime
Woman Fatally Struck by Semi-Truck on Birmingham Interstate Exit Ramp Identified as Shontea Baker
Authorities have identified the woman who was killed earlier this week after being struck by a semi-truck on an interstate exit ramp in Birmingham.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed on Friday that the victim was Shontea Renee Baker, 40, a Birmingham resident.
The fatal incident occurred at approximately 10:26 a.m. Wednesday on the Arkadelphia Road exit ramp from Interstate 59/20.
Emergency responders pronounced Baker deceased at the scene at 10:42 a.m.
At this time, no further details regarding the circumstances of the crash have been released.
The Birmingham Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident.