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8-year-old Greyson Maiden drowns in pool at Hoover home
HOOVER, Ala. — Authorities are investigating a tragic drowning incident that claimed the life of an 8-year-old boy Saturday evening in a Hoover neighborhood.
The victim has been identified by Shelby County Coroner Lina Evans as Greyson Maiden.
According to the Hoover Police Department, officers and fire medics were dispatched at approximately 8:00 p.m. to a residence in the 2000 block of River Lake Drive in the Southlake subdivision after reports that a child had been found unresponsive in a private swimming pool.
Officials confirmed that Greyson did not reside at the home where the incident occurred.
Lt. Daniel Lowe stated that the child was immediately pulled from the water, and life-saving measures were initiated on scene.
He was transported to Children’s of Alabama Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Detectives with the Hoover Police Department, along with the Shelby County Coroner’s Office, are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the drowning.
At this time, authorities emphasize that there is no evidence of foul play, and the incident is being treated as a tragic accident.
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Ka’Ontee’ Dajuan Johnson Killed in Crash on Lucas and Hunt Road in North St. Louis County
Authorities have identified the pedestrian killed in an early-morning crash in north St. Louis County as Ka’Ontee’ Dajuan Johnson, 30.
According to the St. Louis County Police Department, North County Precinct, officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash at approximately 1:26 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the 9000 block of Lucas and Hunt Road.
Upon arrival, officers located Johnson, who had been struck by at least one vehicle while he was in the roadway.
Johnson was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police stated that the driver of one involved vehicle remained on scene and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
A preliminary investigation indicates that Johnson was in the roadway at the time he was struck.
Family members have expressed concerns that another vehicle may have struck Johnson first and fled the scene, and they believe the circumstances surrounding the incident may involve possible foul play.
Authorities have not confirmed these claims but noted that the investigation remains ongoing.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to this crash is urged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
Individuals wishing to remain anonymous or be eligible for a potential reward may contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).