Montgomery Rocked by Deadly Mass Shooting; Authorities Investigate, Offer $50,000 Reward
Montgomery Rocked by Deadly Mass Shooting; Authorities Investigate, Offer $50,000 Reward
A mass shooting in downtown Montgomery on Saturday night, October 4, 2025, has left two people dead and a dozen others injured, sending shockwaves through Alabama’s capital city. The gunfire erupted shortly after 11:30 p.m. near Bibb Street and Commerce Street, claiming the lives of 17-year-old Jeremiah Morris and 43-year-old Shalonda Williams.
Among the 12 injured, two are juveniles, with one in life-threatening condition. Five victims in total remain in critical condition, while seven sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Seven of the victims are under the age of 20, the youngest being 16, Montgomery Police Chief Jim Graboys confirmed in a Sunday press conference, expressing profound anger and sorrow for the victims’ families.
Authorities have launched an intensive investigation and are offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Chief Graboys indicated that the incident began with a targeted individual, escalating into a chaotic exchange of gunfire where multiple people in the crowd discharged their own weapons, including automatic firearms with high-capacity magazines. Police recovered several weapons and shell casings from the scene.
Mayor Steven Reed acknowledged the tragedy but asserted the city’s safety, vowing to find and remove the perpetrators. However, the incident has reignited political tensions, with Attorney General Steve Marshall criticizing the city leadership’s approach to crime, while Mayor Reed defended the city’s efforts and rejected what he called political grandstanding.
The shooting occurred amidst a busy weekend of events in Montgomery, including the Morehouse-Tuskegee Classic, the opening of a new Ferris wheel, and the Alabama National Fair. Police confirmed the shooting was not related to any sanctioned gatherings. Investigators are actively pursuing leads, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing potential suspects. Anyone with information is urged to contact Montgomery police or Central Alabama Crime Stoppers.
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