Crime
Jamestown Police investigating a shooting incident on Linden Ave
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The Jamestown Police Department is actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Linden Avenue.
According to officials, officers responded to the area following reports of gunfire.
The scene remains active as detectives work to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and determine the circumstances that led to the shooting.
At this time, the department has not released information regarding any potential victims or suspects.
Additional details, including the time of the incident and whether any arrests have been made, are expected to be provided as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Jamestown Police Department or submit tips anonymously through the department’s confidential tip line.
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.