Crime
Montgomery Police Identify Teen Killed in Weekend Double Shooting
MONTGOMERY, AL — Authorities have identified the teenager who was fatally shot during a double shooting over the weekend as 17-year-old Jekobi Douglas of Montgomery.
Officers with the Montgomery Police Department (MPD) and emergency medical personnel responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 8:25 p.m. on Saturday, February 3, in the 1200 block of Eastern Boulevard, near Interstate 85 and Carmichael Road.
Upon arrival, first responders located two male victims. Jekobi Douglas was pronounced dead at the scene due to gunshot wounds.
A second victim, an adult male whose identity has not yet been released, was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
No updates on his condition have been provided as of Monday.
Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and no motive has been established.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this case to contact the following:
- Montgomery Police Department: (334) 625-2831
- CrimeStoppers: (334) 215-STOP (7867)
- Secret Witness: (334) 625-4000
Anonymous tips are welcomed and could aid in solving this case. Additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.