Montgomery Mass Shooting: Juvenile Arrested in Deadly Downtown Gunfire

Staff Writer October 10, 2025

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A male juvenile has been arrested in connection with the deadly mass shooting that rocked downtown Montgomery last Saturday night, leaving two dead and 12 others wounded. The Montgomery Police Department confirmed the arrest Friday, charging the suspect with capital murder and multiple counts of assault.

The juvenile, whose identity remains undisclosed due to his age, faces one count of capital murder, nine counts of first-degree assault, and three counts of second-degree assault. He is currently being held at the Montgomery County Detention Facility.

The shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. near Bibb and Commerce Streets, just hours after the Morehouse-Tuskegee Classic football game and during a weekend packed with events including the Alabama National Fair and Alabama State University’s homecoming. Authorities say the violence began when one individual—believed to be targeted—returned fire, triggering a chaotic exchange as others in the crowd pulled weapons and began shooting.

Among the deceased are 17-year-old Jeremiah Morris, a student at Rise Academy, and 43-year-old Shalanda Williams, a mother of three. Seven of the injured victims are under the age of 20, with the youngest just 16. Five remain hospitalized in critical condition.

Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys stated that more arrests are expected. “This started as the result of an individual, one of these 14, who we believe was targeted,” Graboys said. “When that exchange erupted, multiple people in the crowd pulled their own weapons and started discharging.”

While officials have not confirmed gang involvement, Graboys acknowledged that “gangs are a problem. Period.”

Governor Kay Ivey condemned the shooting, pledging that “ALL options remain on the table” to restore public safety. Mayor Steven Reed called for urgent dialogue on gun access and community accountability.

The investigation remains active. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact CrimeStoppers at 334-215-STOP or the Montgomery Police Department at 334-625-2831.