LOXLEY, Ala. A pedestrian was struck and killed by a box truck along Alabama Highway 59 near the Baldwin County Preparatory Academy according to the Loxley Police Department.
The accident happened around 8:30 p.m. Monday in the southbound lanes and police said that the driver of the box-style cargo truck tried unsuccessfully to avoid the man, who they say was walking in the right-hand driving lane. The man was thrown from the roadway, where he died, police said.
The victim was not carrying identification, and Loxley police are trying to identify him.
At this time, the investigation appears to be an accident, and the driver is not expected to be charged in the fatal wreck.
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MONTGOMERY, AL. A former employee of the Alabama Medicaid Agency has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $100,000 from the state.
According to Attorney General Steve Marshall, Natalie Colette Lewis, 60, stole over $100,000 in public funds and now faces up to 30 years imprisonment, a $60,000 fine, and forfeiture of her state retirement benefits.
The Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit investigated the case after the Medicaid Agency discovered the theft.
“Public service is a responsibility, not a personal financial opportunity. When employees violate that duty for personal gain, it is a direct assault on the taxpayers of Alabama,” stated Marshall. “We will continue to hold anyone accountable who defrauds the system, exploits taxpayer resources, or undermines the integrity of public trust.”
Lewis, who lives in Montgomery, used the money for personal expenditures, had three prior felony convictions when she went to work for the Agency, after lying on her state application for employment by stating that she had no prior convictions.
Per the AG’s office, she received a restoration of rights pardon in 2017 for those convictions.
Lewis had been employed as a Medical Care Benefits Specialist, assigned to the Medicaid Agency’s Non-Emergency Transportation Division, since 2006.
While employed at the Agency, she was responsible for processing claims to reimburse Medicaid recipients for expenses incurred for their travel to medical visits.
From December 2019 to November 2024, Lewis entered 1,631 claims for transportation expenses on behalf of her son, a Medicaid recipient, for medical appointments that never took place.
In total, Lewis received $103,413.26 for fraudulent claims.
The case is being prosecuted by Assistant Attorney General Nathan Mays. Sentencing is set for October 2nd.
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FOLEY, Ala. A man once part of the local criminal justice system in Baldwin County is now part of the county jail population.
Foley Police received a complaint from a child’s parents about a man, later identified as Joseph Bischoff, who was once a city magistrate, trading vapes for pictures of girls.
Right now, police say that they know of at least one incident of him trading vapes for pictures, but are continuing to investigate.
Bischoff is only charged with selling and providing controlled substances to a minor, but there may be other victims and other charges at a later time.
His bond hearing was held on Saturday, where a judge set Bischoff’s bond at $100,000.
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GULF SHORES, AL. Emergency responders were dispatched to a place crash near the Coastal Alabama Gulf Shores campus Sunday afternoon.
A large response from local police and fire departments at around 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon found the crashed plane with heavy damage between Coastal Alabama Community College and the Gulf Shores Tourism Center, just a few hundred feet from the end of the runway at the Gulf Shores Airport.
The Gulf Shores Police reported that two people were injured and transported to an area hospital.
The standard protocol for airplane crashes is to notify the National Transportation Safety Board. They are the lead investigators, and planes remain as is, where is, until the investigation is complete.
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BALDWIN COUNTY, AL. A multi-vehicle collision on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, has claimed the lives of two people.
The crash occurred on Alabama 59 near the 54-mile marker, approximately two miles south of Stockton, in Baldwin County and police, fire units and EMS responded.
The driver and passenger in a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze were fatally injured after a head-on collision with a 2021 Lexus RX 350 driven by a 15-year-old juvenile. After the initial collision, the Cruze caught on fire and became totally engulfed in flames.
Both the driver and passenger within the Cruze were pronounced deceased at the scene and have been transported to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences (ADFS) for identification.
The 15-year-old was taken to an area hospital to receive medical attention.
Chantelle L. McPherson, 51, of Spanish Fort, who was a passenger in the Lexus, was injured and transported by helicopter to USA Health University Hospital in Mobile for medical treatment.
Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
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FAIRHOPE Ala. A 32-year-old man from Fairhope has been arrested after an investigation showed that he possessed and distributed child pornography.
Matthew Tyler Johnson was taken into custody on August 13, 2025, and is facing four counts of Possession of Obscene Matter and three counts of Dissemination of Obscene Matter. A request for no bond has been filed for him.
The arrest is the result of a multi-agency investigation and included the help of our partners at the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Department and the Department of Homeland Security.
Investigators acting on a tip conducted an investigation and were able to secure a warrant.
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FAIRHOPE, AL. The Alabama Department of Public Health is cautioning people against swimming in several areas of the Mobile Bay in Fairhope.
According to an ADPH news release, areas affected are Mobile Bay at the Orange Street Pier and Volanta Avenue and Weeks Bay at Camp Beckwith, all in Fairhope.
According to the ADPH, two tests confirmed that the swimming water quality in those areas was poor, meaning swimming in those areas could lead to “an increased risk of illness,” the release said.
According to the release, higher bacteria counts can happen following rainstorms because of “overflowing sewage collection and treatment facilities,” storm water runoff, malfunctioning septic systems and agricultural runoff, though no sewage spills have occurred.
The health department will continue to monitor the waters and will lift the advisory once the water is deemed safe, the release said.
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The North Alabama Drug Task Force (NADTF), hosted by the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), has successfully dismantled a large-scale drug trafficking organization in the first investigation conducted under Alabama’s newly enacted Agent Billy Clardy III Act.
Details of the operation were announced during a news conference held Wednesday, Aug. 13.HPD Chief Kirk Giles and Mayor Tommy Battle stand alongside local, county and state partners in law enforcement for a photo at the Operation New Heights news conference.
This landmark operation resulted in 23 indictments, the seizure of $4.8 million in illegal drugs, the recovery of $223,385 in U.S. currency, 10 firearms and four vehicles tied to the trafficking network.
The Agent Billy Clardy III Act, sponsored by State Representative Rex Reynolds and signed into law in 2023, provides law enforcement with enhanced investigative tools to disrupt drug trafficking organizations. The law honors fallen HPD STAC Agent Billy Clardy III, who was killed in the line of duty in 2019 while serving a narcotics search warrant.
Those charged in connection with this operation include:
Reginald Eugene Scott, 46, of Huntsville – Trafficking Cocaine and Trafficking Marijuana.
Fabian Darrell Scott, 48, of Huntsville – Trafficking Cocaine.
Devin Emmett Farrell, 37, of Texas – Trafficking Cocaine and Trafficking Marijuana.
Kevin Andre Glenn, 48, of Birmingham – Trafficking Cocaine and Trafficking Marijuana.
Charnessa Lavern Campbell, 47, of Birmingham – Trafficking Cocaine and Trafficking Marijuana.
Bryan Saldana, 27, of California – Trafficking Marijuana.
Juan Alfanso Arredondo, 48, of California – Trafficking Marijuana.
Ayline Scarlett Largher, 27, of California – Trafficking Marijuana.
Gregory Lavar Hampton, 48, of Huntsville – Trafficking Cocaine.
Keyon Nelson Burditte, 29, of California – Trafficking Marijuana.
Bniam Wolde Abera, 29, of California – Trafficking Marijuana.
Femark Dewayne Robinson, 53, of Birmingham – Trafficking Cocaine, Trafficking Fentanyl, Trafficking Opiates and Trafficking MDMA.
Demetrius Laron King Jr., 22, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession with Intent).
Marcus Antoine Hammonds, 42, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession).
Roderick Terrence Dennis, 42, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession with Intent), Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine, and Possession of a Controlled Substance (Opiates).
Regis Dewon Bell, 41, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession).
Twayne Logan, 42, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession), Possession of Marijuana 1st, Possession with Intent to Distribute MDMA, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Cocaine), and Attempt to Flee/Elude a Police Officer.
Jimmy Lee Chandler, 48, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession with Intent) and Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine.
Bruce Lee Thompson, 47, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession).
Jonathan Henry Ford Jr., 66, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Distribution).
Bryan Andrew Tripp, 46, of Huntsville – Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine and Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession).
Apryl Jesica Tripp, 48, of Huntsville – Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Possession).
Tammy Lynn Stump, also known as Tammy Salandy, 53, of Huntsville – Active warrant for Conspiracy to Commit a Controlled Substance Crime (Distribution).
“Thanks to the work of this task force, we’ve dealt a major blow to criminal networks operating in our community,” HPD Chief Kirk Giles said. “This law honors Billy and gives law enforcement the tools to continue his mission.”
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Secretary Hal Taylor commended the coordinated effort, calling it a powerful example of what can be achieved when law enforcement at every level works together with the right tools.
“The Billy Clardy III Act honors the sacrifice of Agent Clardy by ensuring we have the capabilities and legal oversight needed to remove dangerous criminals from our streets.” ALEA Secretary Taylor said. “Through this operation, we not only upheld his legacy but successfully disrupted a large-scale drug trafficking organization that posed a serious threat to Alabama communities.”Some of the illegal drugs, money and weapons seized in Operation New Heights on a table
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall highlighted the precedent set by the case, stating the Agent Billy Clardy III Act is working exactly as intended.
“Agent Clardy gave his life fighting to keep deadly drugs off our streets. This law honors his sacrifice by giving law enforcement the tools they need to take down the worst of the worst,” Attorney General Marshall said. “These are the people who poison our communities and profit from addiction and violence. These arrests send a clear message: Alabama is not a safe place for drug traffickers, and we will hunt you down wherever you operate.”
NADTF is a multi-agency partnership that includes HPD, the Madison Police Department, the Madison County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) and ALEA.
“We will arm our law enforcement agencies with every tool they need to crush the flow of narcotic trafficking into our communities,” MCSO Sheriff Kevin Turner said. “Drug traffickers don’t respect county or city lines, and neither do we. The North Alabama Drug Task Force is the united front of local, state, and federal forces, striking from every angle to drive illicit drugs off our streets and protect our citizens.”
The 23 individuals charged in connection with this investigation are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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GULF SHORES, Ala. A swimmer drowned in the Gulf of Mexico near the city of Gulf Shores
According to authorities, a swimmer in distress call was received at about 5:15 p.m.
Lifeguards responded to the East Beach area near the Lighthouse condos.
Rescuers were updated that three people were reportedly in the water needing help.
When lifeguards arrived, two of the people made it back to the beach, but the third was missing. He was located a few minutes later, and lifeguards reportedly tried to resuscitate him, but those efforts failed.
According to lifeguards, yellow flags were flying on the beach, but a storm that came through late Tuesday afternoon had kicked up the surf, and lifeguards believe rip currents led to the death.
At this time, the name of the person has not been released.
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PRICHARD, Ala. On August 12, 2025, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office received information alleging that a Prichard Police Officer withheld evidence during an arrest.
The officer has been identified as MALACHI LIGON.
The allegations stem from an arrest made by Officer LIGON on August 11, 2025, involving Theodore RobertsJr., for Domestic Violence 3rd and Resisting Arrest.
During the arrest, Officer LIGON reportedly seized Roberts’ phone but, instead of processing it as evidence at Metro Jail, retained the device and accessed its contents without a search warrant.
It is further alleged that Officer LIGON then forwarded explicit private images and videos from Mr. Roberts’ phone to Mr. Roberts’ wife.
Upon receiving this complaint, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office consulted with the District Attorney’s Office and promptly initiated an investigation into these allegations.
Investigators conducted witness interviews, reviewed digital evidence, obtained search warrants, and interviewed Officer MALACHI LIGON.
As a result of this investigation, LIGON was arrested and charged with Theft of Property 3rd Degree and Distributing Private Image without Consent.
Additionally, Officer LIGON was found to have an outstanding warrant with the Alabama State Troopers for Speeding.
Prior to his employment as a Police Officer with the City of Prichard, LIGON served as a Provisional Corrections Officer with the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office from November 11, 2023, until his employment was terminated in December 14, 2023. Provisional Corrections Officers have a probation period of 30 days.
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GULF SHORES, Ala. A local radio show is celebrating the station’s 300th show, and their listenership is growing by leaps and bounds locally and worldwide!
Coastal Alabama Radio, owned and operated by Blue RAM Media, aired the first show on July 1, 2022, from their studio in Gulf Shores, Alabama, and offers a variety of country, gospel, bluegrass, and indie music, local news and weather, an event calendar, and local talk.
Rick McCann, the radio show’s host and owner of the parent company, is no stranger to radio and has been hosting another radio show with a public safety theme since 2004, and recently celebrated hitting 1000 shows.
Coastal Alabama Radio broadcasts two shows per week, Mondays and Thursdays, with all shows being distributed to forty platforms, including social media and radio streaming platforms, including the iHeart Network.
Blue RAM Media also publishes a daily newsletter with real-time reporting, crime news, community information, and more. You can subscribe at www.bluerammedia.com.
A new program is in development which will feature local public safety agencies and employees statewide, including Law Enforcement, Fire Service, EMS, Public Safety Dispatchers, US Coast Guard, and other emergency services. The show will be titled as PUBLIC SAFETY AL.
CHICKASAW, Ala. On Monday, August 11, 2025, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics and VICE Unit, along with Chickasaw Police Department, executed a search warrant at 5957 Wilshire Road, Mobile, Al.
This search warrant was in conjunction with an ongoing drug investigation.
During the service of the search warrant, investigators recovered marijuana, various THC extracts products, Psychedelic Mushrooms, Prescription muscle relaxers, and five (5) firearms.
The homeowner, CHRISTOPHER LEE GRAHAM, was arrested on multiple drug related charges and transported to Metro Jail.
The investigation is ongoing and there could be additional arrests.
GRAHAM has been charged with Trafficking, Possession of Controlled Substances, Illegal Possession of Prescription Drugs, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and (2) counts of Chemical Endangerment of a Child.
Below is the evidence seized during the search warrant.
* Marijuana
* THC Extract products (live resin dabs and various disposable cartridges)
* 25 grams of psychedelic Mushrooms
* Tizanidine 4mg tablets
* Psilocybin Mushroom Chocolate Bars
* Paraphernalia (silicone containers and digital scales)
* Ruger sr1911 w/magazine
* Glock 43x w/magazine
* Savage 62 cal .22 LR w/magazine
* Radical Firearms, LLC. RF-15 w/magazine
* ATA ARMS 12 ga shotgun
* Various ammunition and magazines
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MOBILE, Ala. The death of two employees of a company subcontracted by Mobile Area Water and Sewer System was not only tragic but preventable.
Now, state and federal agencies are looking into the employer of the men who died as well as the city department that contracted with the business.
Most subcontracted work that the city offers to any qualified company is done through a bidding process, and usually, the lowest bid is accepted, but not always.
In the sewer work to be done behind the subdivision off Princeton Woods Drive in west Mobile, Construction Labor Services was awarded the contract. But, OSHA, a federal workplace safety division of the U S Department of Labor, had already cited this company for similar violations at a worksite in 2023. The company was working inside a maintenance hole on Zeigler Boulevard West near Langan Drive West in Mobile without the proper training or equipment. The company was issued a warning, but no fine was levied against the company. A fact that should have played into the bidding process, but the MAWSS awarded the contract to the company, apparently without doing their due diligence.
When working underground or in any confined space, certain training is required for the employees, and specific safety gear is required, including air quality devices, tripod that has a safety line connected to all workers inside the confined space, air exchange device, respirators, hard hats, lighting, communications devices, among other required equipment.
It does not appear that the company had any of this equipment on site from the video, pictures that we have reviewed, and the conversations that we have had with rescuers who were on the scene. Although it is not known for sure, but the workers may also not have taken the required training.
The company did not return our calls, and we have also contacted the City of Mobile to learn more about their process of awarding contracts to subcontractors.
31-year-old Garrett Robertson and 50-year-old Herber Rivas died from gas exposure while digging a sewer bypass, according to authorities.
While OSHA is a federal agency that oversees workplace safety, enforces federal laws, and investigates workplace fatalities, many states have their own state agency that oversees workplace safety within the state. However, Alabama is under federal OSHA jurisdiction, which covers most private sector workers within the state. State and local government workers are not covered by federal OSHA.
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SPANISH FORT, Ala. An Autistic student attending his first day at Spanish Fort High School was injured Monday afternoon, August 11, 2025, at around 1 p.m.
According to authorities, the fourteen-year-old received a traumatic injury after a curtain rod pierced his leg.
The Spanish Fort Police, Fire Department, and EMS responded and assisted the student who was bleeding heavily from the injury.
A medical helicopter also responded and airlifted the student to an area trauma center.
At this time, it appears to have been an accident, according to school officials.
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MOBILE, AL. Two men working for a business that had been subcontracted by the City of Mobile died Monday, August 11, 2025, and there are a lot of unanswered questions and possible violations of state and federal law that may have led to the death of the workers and the injury of a third worker.
The subcontractors were working on behalf of the Mobile Area Sewer and Water System, and their job was to work on a sewer line and to replace a part of the sewer pipe and do other work inside the sewer line itself.
It is unknown what time the workers entered the sewer line system, but the Mobile County 911 Communications Center received calls for help at the jobsite behind the Princeton Woods subdivision just after 8 a.m.
According to Mobile Fire Rescue, they were dispatched to the emergency call at 8:12 a.m. and arrived on the scene at 8:19 a.m. Firefighters immediately assessed the situation, and their Confined Space Rescue Team formulated a rescue plan and initiated a response.
At 8:47 a.m., firefighters were able to retrieve one person from the hole and immediately began treating the person. MFR transported this person to an area hospital at 8:49 a.m., according to Captain Steven Millhouse, a spokesperson with the Mobile Fire Department.
Trained rescue personnel continued working to retrieve two others from the confined area, and at 9:51 a.m. they were able to remove a second person and transported him to an area hospital.
The last trapped person was removed at 10:13 a.m. and transported by EMS to an area hospital.
When working inside a confined space, certain laws and regulations govern the training and equipment that each worker must have before entering any confined area. State and Federal laws and OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, strictly enforce this area of worker safety.
Besides the training, workers must have Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel toe boots, hardhat, eye and ear protection, protective gloves and when entering a confined space, additional equipment including portable gas detectors, air exchangers which sucks air out and replaces it with fresh air, a tripod with a cable attached to the worker inside the confined space, lighting, and other specific equipment necessary for working in a confined area.
Looking at news video and pictures, as well as pictures taken by the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department, the site itself did not appear to have the necessary equipment, and it is unknown if the workers had taken the required training.
Currently, state and federal agencies, including OSHA, are in Mobile to investigate the deaths of the two workers. We have also been told that the jobsite has temporarily been shut down during the investigations.
The MFRD maintains a Technical Rescue Team staffed with Rescue Technicians who are certified in several technical rescue areas, including rope, confined space, structural collapse, swift water rescue, and more.
These rescue technicians are Mobile firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics, staffing our technical rescue stations and apparatus daily.
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GULF SHORES, Ala. A unique competition is coming to the Hangout this weekend. The event features strength sports contest is scheduled for Saturday, with competition beginning at 9 a.m. Organizers encourage fans to arrive early for good viewing spots. The beachfront location can draw steady crowds on summer weekends.
Elite competitors are set to lift, carry, and sprint on the sand. Spectators can watch from steps away and enjoy the venue afterward. The setting blends competition with a relaxed beach atmosphere for families and visitors.
The promoter, Chris Slater Slater is serving as meet director and public contact. Competitors with questions can email alabamastrengthgym@gmail.com. Additional questions can be directed to 517-812-4143.
The event requires Strongman Corporation membership for all athletes.
Strongman contests typically test full-body power and stamina. Expect variations of overhead presses, deadlifts, loaded carries, and holds. Formats can change by division to keep events fair across weight classes. The sand adds difficulty, demanding balance and smart pacing.
According to the event organizer, divisions usually include options for men and women. Novice entries allow first-timers to gain experience in a safer tier. Open divisions draw seasoned lifters with higher target weights. Master’s classes help veteran athletes compete against similar age groups.
Safety remains a priority for organizers and judges. Athletes should bring supportive belts, sleeves, and hydration. Sunscreen, hats, and shade are recommended due to heat and glare. Sand-friendly shoes or tacky-free strategies can help during carries.
The heat could be a concern so bring plenty of non-alcoholic liquids and competitors will also be allowed to take short breaks and allow equipment changes between events.
Announcers typically brief the crowd on rules and scoring. Most events reward both maximum strength and efficient technique.
Local businesses along the beach should expect to see increased foot traffic and more business for themselves as well.
Athletes should confirm membership status before the check-in. Having digital proof and identification can speed the process. Competitors are wise to pack extra chalk, tape, and snacks. A small cooler with ice can make a long day manageable.
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MOBILE, AL. Another shooting in the heart of downtown Mobile again this weekend has many asking if they’re safe when they visit the entertainment district on weekend nights or at any other time.
While shootings in Mobile do not happen as often as some might think that they do, perception can often become reality for some people.
Relatively speaking, the City of Mobile is somewhat safe and somewhat dangerous.
There are plenty of crimes in the city. Drugs, property crimes, street robberies, disturbances, and property crimes are the most frequent types of crimes that occur, but there are also plenty of shootings.
The answer lies within the police reports that are written by law enforcement.
Gun violence is frequent but often involves people who know each other and become engaged in a dispute that ends in gunfire.
To have very accurate crime statistics, you have to have a very accurate reporting system.
Some calls for service, such as a suspicious person, a broken window, car accidents, and many areas that cover property crimes, often do not have a report written, and there are various reasons why they are not. There’s no complainant, no victim, the reporting person doesn’t want a report written, or sometimes, police departments use creative reporting in situations where there were multiple victims during the same incident. For example, police have responded to an apartment complex where nine vehicles were broken into on the same night and around the same time. One case number is sometimes generated, and it lists the names of the victims (vehicle owners) all in one report, making it look like there was just one car burglary instead of nine. This causes the crime stats to look better than they are, and the crime in the city to be less than it is.
In a city of 182, 595 people, there’s going to be crime, and that crime, no matter how much you police the community, will have murders, robberies, sexual assaults, theft, home invasions, and every other type of crime that one might think of. That’s the reality of our world today. And as every police chief knows, police can help to control crime, but will never stop certain types of crime.
Homicides were up in Mobile during 2024, a report by the Mobile Police stated earlier this year, and the report stated that the overall crime in the port city was down. But was it really?
Statistics are not always accurate. The data that is being recorded by humans and sometimes it’s not as accurate as it should be.
The report stated that there were 37 homicides in 2024, 33 in 2023, and that 2021 had the most homicides during the past ten years, with 51 that year.
During a ten-year period, homicides in Mobile averaged under 30 killings per year. For a metropolitan city with such a large, diverse population, Mobile has one of the lowest murder rates in the nation.
Crime, especially violent crime, is on the rise nationwide. It’s a fact that we live with.
Remember, each of us can keep ourselves and our family safer by taking just a few precautions:
Don’t put yourself in situations or places that you’re not comfortable with or feel like it’s not something that you should do. We all have that “gut feeling” that sends us a warning signal.
Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is, so just leave it and move on.
Don’t drive through dark and deserted streets at night that you’re not familiar with. Stay on well-lit roads that have easy access to escape routes if it’s necessary to flee quickly.
Make sure that your cellphone is always charged to the maximum. It’s your lifeline in an emergency.
Be alert, be aware, be cautious, and when in doubt, get out!
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BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. School is back in session in Baldwin and Mobile Counties, and teachers have prepared for it, held a rally of sorts to kick off the new school year, School Resource Officers have been training, and bus drivers have been hired. Everything is a go!
But before your child leaves the house today and every school day, there are several things that parents should also do.
From 1 to 18 years old, as parents we know that we’re responsible for our children.
Whatever they do, good or bad, it falls on our shoulders and ultimately, we’ll be held accountable if they’ve done something wrong, illegal or something that we could have prevented.
Kids sometimes make bad decisions, and that’s why it’s our job to look out for them, guide them, talk with them, and prevent as many bad things as we possibly can.
It’s our number one job!
So, before your children leave the house in the morning, please make sure:
a. You hug them, love on them, and let them know that you’re there for them.
b. Make sure that they have their homework done.
c. Check their backpacks and make sure that they’re not taking anything to school that they shouldn’t and, in some areas, that includes a cellphone.
d. Please make sure that they don’t have any weapons, and that includes knives.
e. and let’s start the day with breakfast
Most of all, squeeze them real tight before they walk out the door, and that includes those older children who think that they’re already adults.
A little love, reassurance, and guidance will go a long way.
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