Crime
Tuscaloosa Police Investigate Fatal Shooting at Fosters Ferry Road and Herman Avenue
Tuscaloosa, AL – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning at the intersection of Fosters Ferry Road and Herman Avenue in Tuscaloosa.
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit reported the incident shortly before 4:00 a.m., confirming that a male victim had been fatally shot at the scene.
The victim has been identified as Jordan Davis, though additional details regarding his age and background have not yet been disclosed.
Law enforcement officials have not yet released information regarding a potential suspect, motive, or circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The Tuscaloosa Police Department and the Violent Crimes Unit continue to investigate and are actively gathering evidence.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to the case to come forward and contact the Tuscaloosa Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
More details will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.