Crime
Corey Williams Identified as Suspect in Abduction of 7-Year-Old Jamal White
MILWAUKEE, WI — A suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the abduction of 7-year-old Jamal White, also known as “Baby J,” who was reported missing on July 11.
Authorities have identified the suspect as Corey Williams.
According to the Milwaukee Police Department, Jamal was last seen around 7:00 p.m. near 61st and Hustis Streets.
Witnesses reported that the child was taken at gunpoint and forced into a white Jeep Renegade by a male suspect dressed in a black hoodie, black face mask, and armed with a handgun.
An Amber Alert was issued shortly after his disappearance.
Jamal was later located safely on the afternoon of Saturday near 39th and Lloyd Streets.
Police confirmed that Williams was found with the child at the time of his recovery.
The investigation remains active as police work to determine the full extent of Williams’ involvement and to identify any additional suspects.
Jamal was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and black shorts.
He is described as 4 feet tall, weighing approximately 80 pounds, with short black hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with further information about the abduction is urged to contact Milwaukee Police District Four at 414-935-7242 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — A 35-year-old man has died after being shot inside a residence in Birmingham early Thursday morning, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities.
The victim was identified as Ralen Jerean McCurdy, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. McCurdy was found unresponsive inside a home in the 4300 block of 12th Court North after police responded to reports of gunfire and an injured person shortly after 1:40 a.m.
Despite the response from emergency personnel, McCurdy did not survive his injuries. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service personnel pronounced him dead at approximately 2:04 a.m.
According to authorities, officers assigned to Birmingham Police Department’s South Precinct were dispatched to the area shortly after 1:40 a.m. Thursday following a ShotSpotter alert and a report of an injured individual.
When officers arrived at the residence, they discovered McCurdy unresponsive inside the home. Emergency responders subsequently confirmed his death at the scene.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting have not yet been publicly established.
Birmingham police detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding McCurdy’s death. Authorities have not announced any arrests, and no suspect information or possible motive was included in the details released.
Investigators will continue working to determine what happened inside the residence and identify anyone who may have been involved. Additional information may be released as the investigation progresses.
McCurdy’s death marks Birmingham’s fourth homicide since Saturday, according to the information provided. The latest fatal shooting adds to a difficult stretch for the city and leaves another family grieving the loss of a loved one.
At 35 years old, McCurdy’s life ended in a violent incident that remains under investigation. His death is a painful loss for his family, friends, and everyone who knew him.
As detectives continue their work, loved ones are left to remember McCurdy while waiting for answers about the circumstances that led to his death.
May Ralen Jerean McCurdy rest in peace. May his family and friends find strength, comfort, and support during this heartbreaking time.