Crime
28-year-old Nathan Littleton killed in Tuscumbia shooting, suspect DeKoven Williams in custody
One person has been arrested in connection with the shooting, and another individual is being questioned.
UPDATE: A Lauderdale County man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred over the weekend.
Nathan Littleton, 28, was found deceased inside a home on Paul E. Johnson Drive just after 7 p.m. on Sunday. Authorities discovered that he had suffered multiple gunshot wounds.
DeKoven Melique Williams, 27, was taken into custody on Tuesday morning.
Authorities stated that they interviewed two witnesses who provided information related to Littleton’s death.
It’s worth noting that Williams was recently arrested and charged with domestic violence strangulation/suffocation, interference with an emergency domestic violence call, and violation of a protective order in Lauderdale County. He was arrested on September 16 and was released on bond 10 days later, as reported by the Times Daily.
Williams is currently incarcerated in the Colbert County Jail without bond and is awaiting an Aniah’s Law hearing.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
A tragic shooting incident occurred Sunday night in Tuscumbia, resulting in the death of one individual.
The Tuscumbia Police Department responded to a report of a shooting victim on Paul E. Johnson Memorial Drive.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a man lying on the ground with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was identified as 28-year-old Nathan Littleton.
His body was transported to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences for a postmortem examination.
Chief Tony Logan of the TPD stated that the case is currently being investigated as a death investigation, pending the results of the autopsy.
The TPD has confirmed that one person has been arrested in connection with the shooting, and another individual is being questioned.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Tuscumbia Police Department at 256-383-3121.
MIAMI-DADE, FL — Law enforcement officials are responding to an active shooting situation at a warehouse in Southwest Miami-Dade that has left several individuals injured, authorities confirmed Thursday afternoon.
The incident unfolded around 1:00 p.m. in the 7300 block of Southwest 45th Street, near the Palmetto Expressway and Bird Road.
The warehouse complex, located in a busy industrial area, quickly became the focus of a major police operation.
According to preliminary reports, at least four individuals were shot during the incident.
The conditions of the victims have not been publicly disclosed at this time, and emergency medical personnel remain on site to provide aid and transport those injured to local hospitals as necessary.
A significant law enforcement response is underway, with the Miami-Dade Police Department’s Special Response Team (SRT) and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office leading efforts to secure the location and apprehend the suspect.
Authorities believe the suspect may still be inside the warehouse, and tactical units are currently working to clear the premises.
Aerial footage from the scene captured images of heavily armed officers surrounding the building and escorting numerous individuals from the premises.
Several people could be seen exiting with their hands raised, complying with law enforcement commands as officers worked to ensure everyone’s safety.
The situation remains fluid and active, with law enforcement treating the scene as an ongoing threat.
Police are urging members of the public and nearby businesses to avoid the area and stay clear of roadways to allow emergency vehicles unimpeded access.
Investigators are currently working to determine the motive behind the shooting and to identify all those involved.
Updates will be provided as additional verified information becomes available.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Miami-Dade Police Department or Crime Stoppers immediately.