UPDATE: The Violent Crimes Unit is continuing to investigate the shooting at University Mall on February, 19, 2022.Investigators released several images Kennedy said investigators have located multiple witnesses and possible suspects are in custody. More details will be provided as we learn more information. I also know there but by the grace of God. Officials have released the names of two men killed in separate shootings over the past weekend in Tuscaloosa. Tuscaloosa police are investigating after two young children were shot while sitting in their mother's car Monday night. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Tuscaloosa Police are investigating after four people were injured in a shooting at University Mall in Tuscaloosa. Capt. In the early morning hours of Jan. 15, a shootout erupted in front of a popular string of bars in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, just steps from Alabamas campus. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. A defense lawyer suggested during Tuesday's hearing that Miles was reacting defensively when he told Davis where the gun was located. "I want justice for my grandson. Alabama's Nate Oats is walking back his comments after saying that freshman Brandon Miller's alleged involvement in the death of Jamea Harris, was the wrong spot at the wrong time. A man is dead after a shooting at Snow Hinton Park in Tuscaloosa Saturday evening, according to a spokesperson for the Tuscaloosa Police Department. The driver, who police identified as Garrett, had a gunshot wound to his his neck. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). Until this issue is thoroughly confronted and dealt with with no look of whitewashing, itll be a hay-day for opposing coaches in recruiting. Minutes later, at 11:54 p.m. the silver Dodge Avenger was spotted by Tuscaloosa police patrol officers, who attempted to stop the vehicle. You must be logged in to post a comment. Miles was removed from the Alabama basketball team after his arrest and subsequent charge of capital murder. Based on what we know, the declination by the Tuscaloosa DA is correct and Miller should not be charged, said Jay Town, a former U.S. Attorney and prosecutor in Madison County. Tuscaloosa police are investigating after two young children were shot while sitting in their mother's car Monday night. We do not target any individuals under the age of 21. Police confirm one person is in critical condition as a result of the shooting, and four others have non life-threatening injuries. When Miller got to the scene, Miles told Davis, The heat is in the hat. Det. All students will be bussed to Valley View Baptist Church near Publix on Highway 69 South, where they will be released for the day. Ive been on two separate college campuses this week and found myself watching enviously as students went about the normal routine of going to class. Get news alerts in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store or subscribe to our email newsletter here. Alabama basketball player Darius Miles and Michael Davis have both been charged with capital murder in Harris death. But on Wednesday he lit a candle at a campus vigil, and on Monday he returned to class as reporters recorded the return to normal, and moms showed up to give out hugs. You are free to speculate all you want I suppose, but the DA and police have already stated that they have reviewed Millers dash cam footage, video from a nearby bar, text messages from Miles to Miller, and witness testimony. A Tuscaloosa attorney has issued a statement on behalf of Alabama basketball star Brandon Miller after it was revealed Tuesday that his teammate Darius Miles retrieved the gun allegedly used in a deadly shooting on Alabama star freshman Brandon Miller brought the gun that teammate Darius Miles allegedly used in a January killing in Tuscaloosa, according to police testimony cited by AL.com. Protect your star player at all cost, good message Oates. It doesnt seem there is a federal theory of prosecution either, under federal laws. Prosecutors and defense lawyers presented diverging accounts of the shooting. Police say examination of all physical evidence coupled with witnesses statements shows that the husband shot and killed his wife, before killing himself. Its not what you think or even know, its what can you prove. Please quit defending this, you sound like the worlds biggest hypocrite. Kennedy said the woman had been romantically involved with Garrett, but had broken up with him. She is the author of three books, including "The Big East: Inside the Most Entertaining and Influential Conference in College Basketball History. Paula Whitley when Miller wasnt charged, Thats not a question I can answer. When investigators arrived, they found Maurice Jones Jr. shot. Curse at the refs. Authorities said police were called to the area in the 2300 block of Fourth Street. Oats sounds like an idiot, he should have prepared something better than that. ", PublishedFebruary 22, 2023 at 5:41 AM CST. At around 11:54 p.m. Saturday, officers with the Tuscaloosa Police Department were called to Hodo Haven Apartments in the 70th block of 33rd Street after a shooting was reported. Its where you go to try on adulthood before being forced headlong into it. All students will be bussed to Valley View Baptist Church near Publix on Highway 69 South, where they will be released for the day. One killed Jamea Jonae Harris. Per AL.coms Carol Robinson, freshman Jaden Bradley was also present on the night of the fatal shooting: UA basketball standout Brandon Miller not only brought Miles gun to the scene but his windshield was hit twice by gunfire. February 21, 2023. The University of Alabamas utmost priority is the safety and well-being of the campus community. And your wrong about the illegality of his actions. Three people died in a double murder-suicide early Thursday in Tuscaloosa County, including an 8-year-old boy. Or Miller is the teams designated firearm deliverer. Therefore, no (conspiracy or aiding and abetting) would apply, Town added. You can take the kid out of the ghetto but you cant take the ghetto out if the kid. It could have affected so many more. According to the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, police were called to DCH Regional Medical Center at about 10 p.m. on a report of two brothers, ages 8 and 10, being treated for gunshot wounds. All rights reserved (About Us). Miller may not be responsible by law, but his gun that he voluntarily gave to someone that night took a life of a young mother that night. #SpartanStrong pic.twitter.com/xcimL4VkXs, Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) February 22, 2023. Essentially doing college. Updated: Feb. 12, 2023 at 10:55 AM PST. He said the threat was one of at least six hoax calls in the state today. Tuscaloosa police activated the department's Special Response Team and the driver was eventually removed from the vehicle. This is possibly conspiracy to commit murder, but at a minimum, aiding and abetting a murder. According to Capt. In no way did I intend to downplay the seriousness of this situation or the tragedy of that night. Culpepper testified that Miles told Davis where his gun was in Miller's car. He will be charge with some crime related to this murder sooner or later betcha. The victim has been identified as Terrence Knott Jr, 37. Now I will. A person inside the vehicle sustained non-life threatening injuries. Tuscaloosa Police were dispatched to Sun Valley Apartments on 36th East Avenue where a man was shot and killed. In a statement to WBRC, the University of Alabama athletics department said they offer their deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim from last nights incident. They confirmed that Miles is no longer a member of the Alabama mens basketball team. Alabama Public Radio | Brandon Miller could be charged a being An accessory to murder since he delivered the murder weapon. Capt. One killed Jamea Jonae Harris. Theres nothing we could charge with him according to the law.. Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit Capt. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - UPDATE: New court documents released Tuesday morning stated that Darius Miles aided and abetted Michael Davis in the shooting death of 23-year-old Jamea Jonae Harris. Try a week on us. Stephanie Taylor, TPD's public information officer, said multiple people called dispatchers just after 7:30 p.m. Saturday to report hearing shots Miller has not been criminally charged. Updated: Feb. 12, 2023 at 10:55 AM PST. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) The Tuscaloosa Police Department is searching for the suspects involved in a deadly shooting at the Legacy at Country Club Apartments Sunday. Both Davis and Miles wiped away tears as their mothers' took to the stand to testify that they would make sure their sons would follow rules if granted bond. Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. I dont have Life 360, but Find Your Phone does the trick. The documents also state Miles admitted to providing Davis with the handgun immediately prior to the shooting. Authorities have not released her name, but said she was 23 years old. He asked me about that, and I told him that I felt the same thing after 9-11. Edited by AL Patch Team. After speaking with witnesses and viewing video surveillance, police were able to develop and locate suspects, one of which had indeed been struck by gunfire and had non-life-threatening injuries. All students will be bussed to Valley View Baptist Church near Publix on Highway 69 South, where they will be released for the day. Druid City Brewing Opens New Taproom and Music Venue with Lofty Goals, Storms and High Winds Fell Trees and Powerlines Throughout Tuscaloosa Area, Farewell to Chamber of Commerce President Jim Page, Tuscaloosas Great Convener, West Blocton Man Killed When Wreck Sparks Vehicle Fire in Bibb County Thursday, Live Severe Weather Updates to Help Alabamians Stay Aware, Tuscaloosa City and County Schools to Operate Normally Friday, Some Alabama Systems Closing, Tuscaloosas American Car Center Closes, Along with All Others, DCH To Celebrate 100th Anniversary at Saturday Music Festival in New Park, Grace Presbyterian to Host Food Insecurity Awareness Fundraiser. I go with the Lonesome Dove statement to Cowboy Jake, When you run with outlaws, you die with outlaws. About 1:45 a.m. that Sunday, Tuscaloosa police and University of Alabama police were dispatched to the Walk of Champions at Bryant Denny Stadium on a shooting. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. ( WIAT) Tuscaloosa Police is investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday and left one person injured and another dead. UPDATE: The Violent Crimes Unit is continuing to investigate the shooting at University Mall on February, 19, 2022.Investigators released several images Robby Kalland Senior Sports Writer Twitter. Miles attorney, William White, released the following statement: Darius Miles and his family are heartbroken tonight over the death of Jamea Jonae Harris. Miles texted Miller to bring his gun. Tuscaloosa police responded and took another report. Nelson Beville Jr., 20, was arrested on Monday and charged with conspiracy to Our understanding is that they have all been fully truthful and cooperative. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) - Tuscaloosa Police are investigating after four people were injured in a shooting at University Mall in Tuscaloosa. Marty Sellers with the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, around 1 a.m., a woman fired shots at the car of another woman that she got into a physical altercation with inside a bar at Temerson Square. ", "Brandon hasn't been in any type of trouble, nor is he in any type of trouble on this case. Sometimes it fits like a glove, other times the fit feels a bit too snug still, but you get to toy with it a little bit until you get it right. Capt. Davis, the alleged shooter, fired eight shots at around 1:45 a.m., or just around the time that the bars let out. A woman was fatally shot early Sunday on the Strip in Tuscaloosa. But thats just my opinion and could be totally wrong once more reports come out. But eventually grief has to make room for joy again and I encouraged him to get there in his own time. At around 9:31 p.m. the woman and witnesses heard gunshots being fired near their residence and observed a silver Dodge Avenger on the street. The Tuscaloosa News 0:00 1:00 A 33-year-old Tuscaloosa man faces multiple charges after a domestic violence report led to a crash and an officer-involved shooting Tuesday evening. WVTM 13 Digital. It wasnt his first choice, but it immediately became the right choice. Walking into it also but no biggie, bc he had a gun! Eight Tuscaloosa Police Department officers have been placed on leave as the investigation continues into the officer-involved shooting Wednesday morning at Bent Tree Apartments. My sons friend sheltered in place at a bar. After court, Jamea Harris' mother told reporters that she is frustrated by the focus on basketball when the shooting claimed the life of her daughter. Per additional reporting from AL.com, Miller actually brought the gun to Miles: Alabamas freshman basketball standout Brandon Millerbrought the gun used on the Tuscaloosa strip killing of a 23-year-old mother that led to capital murder charges for his now former teammate Darius Miles and 20-year-old Michael Davis, according to law enforcement testimony today. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Later that evening, at 11:47 p.m. , Kennedy said the woman's neighbors called and reported that her residence was on fire. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit Capt. Never in a million years would someone want handgun to shoot someone??? Nice. His comments about Miller being in the wrong place at the wrong time are tone-deaf but I can allow a man to lose the connection between the thoughts in his head and the words that come out his mouth. Wenn Sie Ihre Auswahl anpassen mchten, klicken Sie auf Datenschutzeinstellungen verwalten. The Michigan State community has amazed me in ways both big and small; I am as affirmed in his choice of university more than ever before. Through the holiday, members of the campus community can call UAPD at 205-348-5454 to reach the dean for support or to connect with emergency counseling services. If Miles was in danger call the cops. 17 of the Top Stories published by the Tuscaloosa Thread during the week of December 5th, 2022. According to Tuscaloosa chief deputy D.A. Center Point, AL. The victim was in a vehicle in the area of Grace Street and University Boulevard when the gunfire erupted. February 21, 2023. Alabama coach Nate Oats issued a statement on the new information, saying that Miller and the Crimson Tide have been cooperating with investigators and Miller hasnt been charged with any crimes: Alabama coach Nate Oats: "We've known the situation. Tuscaloosa Police Officers were first called to the scene of a reported shooting before 3 a.m. at 2500 11th Court. But Miller knew that wasnt why he wanted the gun. All rights reserved. No law enforcement officers were injured during the shooting. It matters greatly whos gun it was. Jack Kennedy, the commander of Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, released more details about the shooting during a If hes legally allowed to possess a gun (not a felon), he can carry a gun in the car w/o a permit as long as it is securely locked in a compartment or container out of reach of anyone in the car. She has worked previously at ESPN and the Philadelphia Daily News. Ill leave this here from todays al dot com article: Hes way worse than that. NOT!!! No other information is available at this time. Tuscaloosa Police were dispatched to Sun Valley Apartments on 36th East Avenue where a man was shot and killed. Yeah, Miller probably thought Miles and Davis were going coyote hunting. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) The Tuscaloosa Police Department is searching for the suspects involved in a deadly shooting at the Legacy at Country Club Apartments Sunday. Miles and Davis are currently being held without bond at the Tuscaloosa County Jail. Police confirm one person is in critical condition as a result of the shooting, and four others have non life-threatening injuries. Authorities said it appears that the shooting was the results of a minor argument between the suspects and the victims after they encountered each other on The Strip. Wrong spot at the wrong time." We knew thankfully from the jump that he was safe, locked in his third-floor dormitory, accessible only by ID, with his roommate and two buddies listening to a police scanner app. Be a college kid. UPDATE, 10:30 a.m.: A Tuscaloosa Police captain on the scene told media there is no active threat at the school, but it is still on lockdown. According to Captain Jack Kennedy, with Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes, said the shooting happened around 9:30 p.m. Monday at the Hay Court Housing Complex. Defending anything associated with this is a very bad look. The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit has arrested two suspects in separate homicides that occurred over the New Year's Eve weekend. UPDATE, 10:30 a.m.: A Tuscaloosa Police captain on the scene told media there is no active threat at the school, but it is still on lockdown. The victim has been identified as Terrence Knott Jr, 37. According to Capt. All rights reserved. How naive do you think these kids are? Harris was sitting in the passenger seat of a car when she was struck by a bullet. |. WBRC acquired the doorbell video below from a neighbor nearby when the shooting happened. 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Garrett has a $2,000,000 cash bond for the attempted murder charges, but will be jailed without bond for the burglary and robbery charges because of Aniah's Law. TUSCALOOSA, AL The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is on the scene of what is being considered an accidental shooting in the 3300 block of 6th Street that left one person dead. I even suggested he was probably just answering my mom about where he was and what he was up to. Authorities say Dondre Joseph, 28, is charged with murder following a preliminary investigation and interviews with witnesses. It was a really dumb decision, but technically he did nothing illegal according to the law. Per Nick Kelly of the Tuscaloosa News, an investigator testified in court that Miles exchanged the gun used in the shooting while riding in the back of Millers vehicle: New details have emerged in the Darius Miles case. The shooting happened just before 3 a.m. Saturday in the Temerson Square of downtown Tuscaloosa. Honestly, the fact that Miller was involved is extremely concerning but Oats response is even worse. The woman had filed an application for protection from abuse order against Garrett and the court date was pending. https://t.co/4cCW5mtEJJ. Apparently Jamea Jonae was hurling racial slurs at the poor young men. |. By WBRC Staff. Tuscaloosa PD: Husband, wife killed in murder-suicide early Sunday morning. At around 11:54 p.m. Saturday, officers with the Tuscaloosa Police Department were called to Hodo Haven Apartments in the 70th block of 33rd Street after a shooting was reported. Go to parties. Separately, the University of Alabama released a statement. Michael Lynn Davis, 20, has also been arrested and charged with capital murder along with Miles. Not buying the whole wrong spot at the wrong time excuse from Oats.