Crime
31-year-old Literrance Bratton killed in Birmingham shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in the Ensley neighborhood, leaving one man dead and a suspect in custody.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 31-year-old Literrance Leon Bratton, a resident of Birmingham.
The shooting took place at approximately 11:53 p.m. in the 2700 block of 30th Street in Ensley.
According to Sgt. LaQuitta Wade of the Birmingham Police Department, a nearby officer heard gunfire and observed two individuals attempting to flee the scene in a vehicle.
The officer initiated a short vehicle pursuit, which concluded near Aaron Aronov Drive and Valley Road in Fairfield.
One suspect was apprehended without incident and taken into custody.
Preliminary findings indicate that the shooting stemmed from a verbal altercation between Bratton and the suspect, which escalated into gunfire.
Bratton was transported to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 1:08 a.m. Monday.
The suspect is currently being held on a 48-hour felony extension at the Birmingham City Jail as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
No additional details, including the suspect’s identity, have been released at this time.
The investigation remains active, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Birmingham Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
Crime
Two Brothers and Their Sister Found Dead Inside Mount Holly Home After Postal Worker Discovers 911 Note
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the deaths of three individuals after a postal worker made a disturbing discovery at a Mount Holly residence on Friday, November 6.
Emergency responders were dispatched to a home on Winding Way after a mail carrier noticed a heavily taped, handwritten message on the front door instructing anyone who saw it to call 911.
The note reportedly contained drawings of two unhappy faces with crosses over their eyes alongside the text “9-1-1 Inside.”
Upon entering the residence, responding Mount Holly Police officers discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Preliminary reports indicate that officers encountered a significant amount of blood within the property, though official investigators have not yet publicly detailed the exact scene conditions.
While law enforcement has not formally released the victims’ names pending official identification and next-of-kin notifications, neighbors identified the deceased as three siblings in their 60s who had resided in the neighborhood for many years: Roslyn (or Rosalind) Monk, Randy Monk, and William “Will” Monk.
Community members described the residents as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the sudden tragedy in their neighborhood.
The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the Mount Holly Township Police Department, has launched a full investigation into the incident.
Autopsies are currently underway by medical examiners to determine the exact cause and manner of death for all three individuals.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether foul play or a homicide is suspected, and no information regarding potential suspects has been released.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the family, loved ones, and Mount Holly community affected by this devastating loss.