Crime
18-Year-Old Killed, Another Wounded in Lipscomb Double Shooting
Lipscomb, AL – Authorities have identified the 18-year-old victim who was fatally shot in Lipscomb during an early morning incident on February 26.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Marquese Janhari Webster, a Bessemer resident, was killed in the shooting, which occurred at approximately 12:45 a.m. in the 1800 block of Crescent Avenue.
According to investigators, Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of gunfire and learned that a 21-year-old woman, who also suffered a gunshot wound, had driven herself and Webster to UAB Medical West Hospital in Bessemer.
Webster succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at 1:20 a.m.
The female victim’s condition has not been disclosed, and details regarding the severity of her injuries remain unclear.
The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has launched a homicide investigation and is working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
At this time, authorities have not identified any suspects, nor have they disclosed a possible motive. No arrests have been announced.
This marks Lipscomb’s first homicide of 2025, bringing increased concerns about rising gun violence in the area.
Across Jefferson County, 26 homicides have already been reported this year, further underscoring the urgent need to address violent crime in the community.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information related to this case to come forward.
Tips can be submitted to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office or provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
WALLACE, Idaho — Authorities are responding to reports of an active shooter at the Shoshone County Courthouse in Wallace, prompting a significant law enforcement response and heightened concern across the community.
According to local media and preliminary statements from the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement agencies were dispatched after receiving reports of gunfire at or near the sheriff’s office building.
Multiple sources have indicated that shots were reportedly fired inside the lobby of the facility, though officials have not yet confirmed the exact circumstances.
As the situation unfolded, unconfirmed reports circulated suggesting the possibility of a hostage situation.
Authorities have not publicly verified those claims, and officials continue to urge the public to rely on confirmed information as it becomes available.
A large police presence has been observed in the area surrounding the sheriff’s office, with officers actively securing the scene and assessing potential threats.
Nearby businesses have taken precautionary measures.
The owner of the Ace Hardware store located across the street from the sheriff’s office confirmed that gunfire struck their building.
Employees at the store were placed on lockdown in the basement as a safety measure.
Officials have not released information regarding potential injuries, suspects, or arrests at this time.
Members of the media report they are working to confirm additional details as law enforcement operations continue.
Residents are advised to avoid the area, follow instructions from authorities, and remain alert for official updates as the situation develops.