Nearly 50 Shots Fired, Some Striking Multiple Residences In Atmore

November 2, 2024

Police said nearly 50 shots were fired striking multiple homes in Atmore Thursday night.

Atmore Police Officers responded to a report of shots fired on October 31 at a residence in the 400 block of 4th Avenue. Officers arrived at 9:46 p.m., finding 49 spent shell casings from three different firearms. Though no one was injured, multiple homes and vehicles were struck by gunfire.

Sgt Darrell McMann said officers nearby heard the gunfire and were quick to respond. He said one officer assigned to patrol the area drove through the intersection near where the suspects were firing just four minutes before the incident, as confirmed by GPS data.

The shell casings will be analyzed by the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences (ADFS).

Atmore Police Department Chief Chuck Brooks has connected with federal law enforcement agencies to combat gun violence in Atmore.

“The suspects involved in this reckless and senseless act will be charged with attempted murder and any other criminal charges that apply,” McMann said.

Atmore Police are asking for anyone with information to contact them anonymously by phone at (251)368-9141 or email to crimetips@atmorepolice.us.

“It is the Atmore Police Department’s goal to make Atmore safe for everyone. It should be the desire of every citizen in Atmore to live in a safe community,” McMann added.

NorthEscambia.com file photo.

Comments

3 Responses to “Nearly 50 Shots Fired, Some Striking Multiple Residences In Atmore”

  1. Well on November 3rd, 2024 10:59 pm

    Witness protection program.

  2. Sam on November 3rd, 2024 8:47 pm

    In my opinion, the frequent shootings in Atmore are gang related. Turf war, drug war who knows why. Until the gangs and their illegal activities are addressed, the violence will continue to get worse.

  3. Jan on November 2nd, 2024 7:29 pm

    This town just gets crazier.





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