Crime
18-year-old Jabari Peoples killed during fight with Homewood police officer
An 18-year-old man was fatally shot by a Homewood police officer Monday night during a confrontation at a city park.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has identified the deceased as Jabari Latrell Peoples, a resident of Aliceville.
The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. at Homewood Soccer Park, located in the 1800 block of South Lakeshore Drive, near Columbiana Road.
At the time of the incident, the park was reportedly empty except for the individuals involved.
According to Sgt. Mark Trippe of the Homewood Police Department, an officer was investigating a suspicious vehicle parked at the location.
During the investigation, officers reported that Peoples was involved in a physical altercation inside the vehicle and then allegedly pulled a firearm.
In response, the officer discharged their weapon, striking Peoples.
Emergency medical services transported him to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:06 p.m.
No officers were injured in the incident.
As is standard protocol for officer-involved shootings, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has taken over the investigation to ensure transparency and impartiality.
Further details, including body camera footage or the identity of the involved officer, have not yet been released.
The investigation remains ongoing.
CHICAGO, IL (Cook County) — Chicago police and emergency crews responded to an officer-involved shooting following a chaotic pursuit involving a stolen ambulance from Loretto Hospital.
According to preliminary reports, officers were dispatched to the intersection of West Chicago Avenue and North Cicero Avenue after a suspect allegedly stole an ambulance from the hospital premises.
During the ensuing pursuit, the suspect reportedly struck multiple police officers with the vehicle, prompting officers to discharge their weapons.
The suspect was subsequently taken into custody at the scene.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) have been requested for two injured officers, who were transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment.
Their conditions have not yet been released.
Authorities have secured the area, and multiple law enforcement units remain on scene as the investigation continues.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) has been notified and will review the incident in accordance with department policy.