MOBILE, AL. Police were alerted to a burglary in progress and dispatched several officers to investigate. The information was that at least one person was seen inside a private property.
Officers responded on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at approximately 4:17 a.m., to the area of the 8000 block of David McCampbell Drive.
Upon arrival, police officers observed a male subject at the location.
Police detained the male and while conducting their investigation officers discovered the subject had removed copper wire from a home under construction.
Drew Forest, 34, was arrested and transported to Metro Jail.
He has been charged with burglary and theft.
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BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 9:59 p.m. Saturday, May 16, 2025, has claimed the life of a Summerdale man.
Alejandro Juaquin Pineda Hooper, 19, was fatally injured when the 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle he was operating collided head-on with the 2017 Hyundai Elantra driven by Jennifer A. Stearns, 39, of Gainesville, Ga.
State troopers say that Hooper was pronounced deceased at the scene. Stearns was also injured and transported to University Hospital (USA) Health in Mobile for medical treatment.
The crash occurred on U.S. 31 near the 11-mile marker, approximately two miles north of Loxley city limits, in Baldwin County.
Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division continue to investigate.
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MOBILE, AL. The Sheriff of Mobile County has announced the death of a prisoner inside the Mobile County Detention Facility.
On May 15, 2026, at approximately 3:30 a.m., the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office was notified by staff at Mobile Metro Jail that inmate Dextarius Tierre Earies (DOB 01/16/1993) had passed away while being housed in the jail’s medical clinic.
MCSO Major Crimes Detectives responded to Mobile Metro Jail to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
An autopsy was performed by the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences.
The sheriff’s department is not releasing the cause of death.
According to the sheriff’s office, an investigation is underway.
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MOBILE, AL. On Monday, May 18, 2026, at approximately 1:57 a.m., officers responded to the 1100 block of O’Donnell Street in reference to a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim deceased outside of the home with a fatal gunshot injury.
Upon further investigation, officers discovered three female victims, and a male victim, had arrived at local hospitals a short time earlier with non-life-threatening gunshot injuries.
Mobile police investigators is conducting an investigation into the shootings.
At this time, no additional information will be released by the mobile Police Department.
If anyone has any information that could assist in the investigation of this case, please contact the Mobile Police Department at 251-208-7211. Alternatively, you can submit an anonymous tip by texting 844-251-0644 or by visiting mobilepd.org/crimetip.
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BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. May is Water Safety Month, and it brings awareness to everyone how quickly a life can be lost in many bodies of water starting with your backyard swimming pool, to the vast oceans of our country.
Sadly, Alabama ranks among the highest in the nation for child drowning deaths, including as high as sixth place according to data on child drowning incidents.
These statistics continue to grow even with nationwide enhanced training and standardized water safety rules and the community organizations like the American Red Cross who promote water safety.
Here along the Alabama Gulf Coast with many inland lakes and rivers and the Gulf waters, we tragically see several drownings each year.
Along Alabama’s Gulf Coast we have frequent undertows and powerful, unpredictable rip currents.
An undertow is a natural, subsurface current that pulls water back toward the sea after waves break on the shore. While it creates a strong, temporary surge that can drag your feet and pull you down the beach, it generally does not drag swimmers far out to sea.
We also have deceptive sandbars that people may walk on and then they suddenly disappear leaving people treading water or going under the water.
At least 10 people die every day in the United States from drowning, according to the American Red Cross. The CDC says drowning is the leading cause of death for children under the age of four.
Nationwide, hundreds if not thousands of “near drownings” occur. These occur when a person goes under water and are rescued. Many need to be resuscitated and even hospitalized. Had a good Samaritan or a trained professional not been close by, these would have resulted in a fatal drowning.
“At least one person needs to be aware of each child,” Jeff Colton, a lifeguard and swim instructor said. “It’s very important to keep your eyes on the children in the water no matter what.”
Home pools are dangerous for young children, and it’s recommended that the pool no matter its size be protected by secure gates, pool alarms and U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets or floatation devices around the water. Parents should also talk with children early about how to safely exit a pool and what to do if they need help.
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FOLEY, Ala. Foley Police responded to a reported shooting at The Reserve Apartments on County Road 12 early Sunday morning.
Foley Fire and EMS were also dispatched to the scene.
Arriving officers found that one person who has been identified as Jermaine Snowden, 28, laying in a grassy area near the swimming pool and he was airlifted to a trauma center in Pensacola Florida where he died.
The Foley Police Department requested assistance from the Baldwin County Major Crimes Unit, which is conducting the investigation.
Investigators have determined that Snowden had been in a physical altercation with a black male prior to being shot.
Police now believe that 20-year-old Jahquan Jamil Thompson was the shooter and a murder warrant was issued.
At approximately 4:15 p.m., Thompson was stopped in Coneuch County where he was taken into custody.
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MARLOW COMMUNITY, Ala. Firefighters from multiple Baldwin County fire departments were dispatched to a structure fire Thursday night at around 7:50 p.m.
As firefighters were responding they were able to see heavy smoke showing from the area of County Road 28.
Firefighters from Marlow/Fish River, Summerdale, Fairhope, and Barnwell were all dispatched to the working fire at 14400 County Road 28 and firefighters arrived to find that a mobile home was fully engulfed.
According to firefighters, the occupants were able to escape from their home before they arrived.
Firefighters had to use tanker trucks for their water supply because there were no hydrants in the area.
No injuries were reported.
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MOBILE, AL. As a line was forming at the drive-thru of the Yellowhammer Coffee on Dauphin Street Friday morning as people were starting their day, an interesting, albeit dangerous thing happened.
As the baristas quickly worked inside the store filling their customers’ orders, a vehicle came crashing through the front of the building.
Mobile police and fire departments were dispatched to the wreck, but we’re told that no one was injured.
A post on social media soon afterwards confirmed that saying, “Regarding the incident at our Dauphin St. location, we just wanted to let everyone know that no one got hurt and our team is safe.
“Our lobby will be closed temporarily until further notice. Thanks everyone!”
Pictures later posted to social media showed a Ford pickup lodged into the building.
Police haven’t determined what happened but said that they are investigating.
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A fishing trip into the Gulf waters on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, ended with two passengers on board being injured.
From the information that we received at the Fort Morgan Marina, a boat, believed to be a charter with numerous people aboard, was hit by a large wave and at least two people were thrown to the deck and injured.
The U.S. Coast Guard and other emergency services were notified.
While emergency services monitored marine radio communications, the boat made its way into the Fort Morgan Marina several hours later, arriving at around 5:00 p.m. where the Fort Morgan Fire Department and several ambulances were waiting.
EMS transported the injured to an area hospital.
The US Coast guard told me that when an emergency call comes into their center, the on duty personnel assess the distance, travel time, and weather to determine if it is feasible to dispatch a rescue helicopter or to meet the vessel further into shore.
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MOBILE, AL. Police officers dispatched to a call regarding a person being harassed early Friday morning found once again in law enforcement that things can go haywire when you least expect it.
Mobile police said it was about 12:36 a.m. when officers were in the area of Dauphin Street and Joachim Street responding to a harassment complaint when they encountered Janti Robinson.
As officers were talking with the 30-year-old Grand Bay woman, Robinson walked away from an officer, refusing to comply. Police said she was detained for questioning and began kicking a patrol vehicle’s window.
Police said that’s also when they discovered that Robinson slipped one hand out of a handcuff and attempted to run away on foot. While detained, police said, she continued refusing officers’ commands to get back into the patrol vehicle.
Robinson began fighting officers, kicking and biting one of them trying to escape but she was brought under control and transported to the Mobile Metro Jail where she now faces charges of second-degree assault, third-degree escape, third-degree criminal mischief, disorderly conduct, obstructing governmental operations and public intoxication.
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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. A tragic, senseless murder of a north Alabama nurse has once again called attention to the rise in violence against healthcare workers.
A nurse, identified as 27-year-old Ada Doss was shot and killed in the south parking lot of the DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa.
According to the Tuscaloosa Sheriff’s Captain Jack Kennedy, with the violent crime’s unit, investigators identified the suspect involved in the shooting as 41-year-old Matthew James Taylor.
Kennedy said Taylor had been dropped off at DCH earlier in the day on his own request for help. However, he never entered the hospital or the emergency room; instead, he loitered on campus for several hours.
While on campus, Taylor reportedly tried to rob a woman who was already inside her car by waving a handgun and telling her to get out of her car. Police said the woman was able to drive away.
Shortly after, a nurse, identified as Doss, was walking to her car during shift change when police said she was approached by Taylor, who once again was flashing a handgun.
Authorities said Taylor tried to take Doss’ purse and during that interaction, he shot her with malice. According to authorities, Doss died at the scene. Taylor then went through her purse while also trying to take her car.
Captain Kennedy stated that Tuscaloosa police responded, finding Taylor still armed and only feet away from where he had shot Doss. Authorities said Taylor showed signs of mental illness and he was taken into custody.
The 41-year-old, who has a reported limited criminal history, is facing charges that include capital murder. Police said there is no connection between Taylor and Doss.
“We are all grieving today. Ada Doss was a member of our DCH family,” the hospital shared in a statement. “This tragic crime was the result of a mental health crisis that could have taken place anywhere, but regretfully, it took place in our parking lot.”
Extreme violence against medical professionals ranging from paramedics to doctors have seen a substantial rise during the past fifteen years.
48% of recorded nonfatal injuries in healthcare are due to workplace violence, with healthcare workers experiencing more incidents than any other sector of private industry between 2021 and 2022.
91% of emergency physicians reported being a victim of violence or having a colleague who was, with 71% believing violence is getting worse.
57,610 nonfatal cases of workplace violence requiring days away from work occurred in 2021-2022, with women making up 72.5% of these cases.
54,000 nonfatal incidents of workplace violence in healthcare were reported in 2022, with night shifts accounting for about 30% of these incidents.
57,610 nonfatal cases of workplace violence requiring days away from work, job restriction, or transfer occurred in 2021-2022, with women making up 78.2% of these cases. These statistics underscore the need for comprehensive safety systems and prevention programs to protect healthcare workers from the increasing risk of violence.
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ORANGE BEACH, Ala. The 30th Orange Beach Billfish Classic, has kicked off again this year with teams vying for $1.6 million in prize money.
Thursday morning was a perfect blue-sky day with the bright sun shining as sixty-two boats launched to kick off this year’s tournament.
Thursday morning for the 30th Orange Beach Billfish Classic, marking the largest field in the tournament’s history as teams compete for a prize package of nearly $1.6 million.
Steve Hall said this year’s event is one for the books with captains already positioning for favorite fishing spots.
This tournament kicks off billfish season each year and we see a lot of local teams, but we also see teams that come from outside the Gulf Coast area, Hall said.
Anglers who have been here before all have their secret fishing holes and try to get out to them before others make it there first.
“Sometimes you can pick wrong and sometimes you can pick right, so you just go out there and fish and do what you can do,” he said.
The offshore big game fishing event targets Marlin, Sail Fish and Swordfish.
This year’s weigh-ins will be at the Wharf and will also be accepting blue marlin, tuna, dolphin and wahoo and tuna. The weigh-in station opens at 7 p.m. on Friday and 6 p. m. on Saturday at The Wharf. Admission is free.
The bill fish tournament is just one of many that are scheduled along the Gulf Coast in 2026.
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SARALAND, AL. What started as shoplifting at a Walmart, quickly turned into a police pursuit involving several law enforcement agencies.
Saraland police arrived in the area and noticed two people fleeing in a U-Haul truck.
A high-speed chase ensued and as the vehicle headed into Mobile, more officers joined the chase including the mobile Police Department. By then, the driver of the fleeing truck had already racked up multiple charges.
Eventually, the chase ended on Airport Boulevard and Huntleigh Way, according to police.
Officers said they discovered a firearm that was used during the theft which police said made what happened, a robbery, a serious felony that could send the suspects to prison.
A male and a female were taken into custody at the scene.
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MOBILE, Ala. Divers surveying a dam in Mobile County discovered an explosive device and immediately called law enforcement.
The Mobile Area Water and Sewer System (MAWSS) announced Thursday that the Gulf Coast Regional Maritime Response and Render-Safe Team successfully retrieved and detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) found underwater at the Converse Reservoir dam.
The multi-agency effort included the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office, FBI Bomb Squad, Mobile Police Department Explosive Ordinance Detail, ALEA Bomb Squad, and the Daphne Search and Rescue Team.
The device, a grenade-type IED, was initially located by divers surveying the dam for routine repair and maintenance. Following this discovery, MAWSS alerted the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office, who coordinated the multi-agency response for analysis, retrieval, and safe demolition.
“Our top priority is keeping your drinking water safe,” said Bud McCrory, MAWSS Director. “This is an unprecedented threat, and we are fortunate that this device was discovered before it could cause serious damage to our water supply or harm to individuals. We are grateful for the professionalism and competency of our law enforcement partners – as well as the quick thinking of our contractors and divers – in identifying this device and safely destroying it.”
The reservoir and dam are federally designated critical infrastructure; the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been made aware of the incident.
MAWSS will continue to work with relevant law enforcement agencies to enhance security at the reservoir and dam.
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DAPHNE, Ala. A second domestic related shooting in Daphne in a matter of days could have ended very badly police say but thankfully no one was injured.
A confrontation occurred Wednesday evening along US 90 that made its way into the Jubilee Square where multiple gunshots were fired across from Starbucks.
Multiple Daphne police units, the Daphne Fire Department and EMS responded to the area and 911 received reports of gunfire at that location shortly after 9 p.m.
The shooter fled police said but JR Weilbacher, 27, of Irvington, surrendered to police on Thursday.
Velma, an employee of a nearby business was locking up when she heard the gunfire and said that she was afraid and ran back into the business and locked the door. It was very scary, she said,
Weilbacher has been charged with third-degree domestic violence and reckless endangerment, police said. There were no reported injuries.
Daphne Police said more than five shell casings were found on the scene.
A similar shooting involving a former boyfriend also ended with shots being fired at the Summer Oaks residential community and once again no one was injured.
Tony Noah Henley was arrested in that incident and faces charges of menacing, harassment, reckless endangerment and domestic violence 3rd.
Kimberly Wilkes who works and lives in the area said that she wasn’t surprised at the shootings but that it’s scary because the bullets could have hit an innocent person.
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MOBILE, AL. One person died when two vehicles collided on Airport Boulevard early Thursday morning.
Mobile police said officers responded to the area of Airport Boulevard and Willow Brook Run East at about 5:45 a.m. They found that two vehicles collided, with one of the drivers fatally wounded leading officials to close a westbound section of the busy thoroughfare for several hours.
According to police, a Dodge Charger was traveling westbound on Airport Boulevard when it crashed with the second vehicle as it attempted to enter westbound traffic. The driver of that vehicle was fatally injured and has been identified by police as Stacey Neese, 54.
The scene which took several hours to investigate was eventually reopened and the debris cleaned up.
Mobile police said that the fatal wreck remains under investigation.
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DAPHNE, Ala. Daphne police have arrested a 23-year-old Chickasaw man after confronting his ex-girlfriend on Sunday night.
Police responded to a call at a Summer Oaks residence where Tony Noah Henley was in a confrontation and he fired what he called a warning shot into the ground.
Henley faces multiple charges after investigators said he was tackled by the new boyfriend and held down until police arrived.
Daphne police have charged Henley with several misdemeanor charges, including menacing, harassment, reckless endangerment and domestic violence 3rd, officials said.
He was transported to Daphne jail and later released.
Police said that no one was hurt during the incident.
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