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19-Year-Old Jarell Hodges Charged with Felony Murder Following Death of 18-Year-Old Keandre Simmons in Tuscaloosa Shooting

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A 19-year-old man has been formally charged with felony murder following a deadly shooting in Tuscaloosa on Wednesday afternoon that left one person dead and two others injured.

The suspect, identified as Jarell Hodges, is accused in the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Keandre Simmons, according to Capt. Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit (VCU).

The shooting took place around 4 p.m. on Beech Street in Tuscaloosa, where three individuals were shot.

Tragically, Simmons succumbed to his injuries, while the other two victims continue to receive medical treatment.

Investigators from the VCU have located and are interviewing multiple witnesses, as well as others present at the scene during the incident.

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Kennedy confirmed that all individuals believed to be involved in the shooting are currently in custody, and additional charges are pending as the investigation progresses.

The case remains active, and authorities will provide further details once the investigation is complete.

Anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information that could aid in the case is urged to contact the Violent Crimes Unit at 205-464-8690.


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Two Children, Ages 9 and 10, Charged in Brutal Assault and Attempted Murder of 5-Year-Old A’Marie Jones in Cleveland

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Two Children, Ages 9 and 10, Charged in Brutal Assault and Attempted Murder of 5-Year-Old A’Marie Jones in Cleveland

CLEVELAND, Ohio — Two children, ages 9 and 10, have been formally charged in connection with the brutal assault and attempted murder of a 5-year-old girl A’marie Jones in Cleveland last month, according to the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office.

Prosecutors confirmed that the 9-year-old boy and 10-year-old girl are facing serious felony charges, including attempted murder, rape, felonious assault, kidnapping, and strangulation.

Because of their ages, both suspects are being charged as juveniles.

The alleged attack occurred on September 13 in a field near East 148th Street and St. Clair Avenue, where investigators say the young victim was discovered severely injured.

The child’s mother, Antavia Kennibrew, previously told that her daughter suffered catastrophic injuries, describing the scene as “unbelievable.” Kennibrew said she had dropped her daughter off at a relative’s home near East 145th Street and St. Clair Avenue that day.

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At some point, the 5-year-old reportedly wandered out of the house alone before being attacked.

“When I saw her, she was unrecognizable,” Kennibrew said. “Her hair was scalped from her head. She had bruises and blood all over her body. Her eyes were filled with blood, her lips and mouth were swollen and bleeding, and her nails were filled with dirt and debris.”

First responders rushed the child to the hospital for emergency treatment. Officials say she continues to recover but has suffered severe physical, emotional, and psychological trauma. She is now undergoing ongoing therapy and counseling.

Due to the extreme sensitivity of the case and the involvement of minors, the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office has declined to release further details, citing the ongoing investigation and the need to protect the victim’s privacy.

“The investigation remains active,” prosecutors said, noting that authorities are still reviewing evidence and gathering additional information.

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Kennibrew says her focus now is on helping her daughter heal:

“I just want her to be able to live like a normal 5-year-old again.”

Cleveland police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault.


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