Man charged with murder after woman shot, killed in Calera

Police have arrested a suspect in the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old woman.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Calera Police Department responded to a shooting on The Heights Drive on Feb. 12, where they found Jennifer Talley, 23, of Calera, who had been fatally shot. Police quickly identified a suspect and arrested Noah Hendricks in Clanton. Hendricks has been charged with murder and was taken to the Shelby County Jail.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in the community. The Calera Police Department has a Victim Services Coordinator available to help victims of domestic abuse find resources and get help.

The details

According to Calera Police Chief David Hyche, the incident involved a domestic relationship, which is the case in the vast majority of violent crimes. The case remains under investigation.

  • On February 12, 2026, the Calera Police Department responded to a shooting on The Heights Drive.

The players

Jennifer Talley

A 23-year-old woman from Calera who was fatally shot.

Noah Hendricks

The suspect who has been charged with murder and taken to the Shelby County Jail.

David Hyche

The Calera Police Chief who commented on the incident.

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What they’re saying

“This incident involved a domestic relationship which is the case in the vast majority of violent crimes we see.”

— David Hyche, Calera Police Chief (wbrc.com)

“Please remember that we in Calera have a Victim Services Coordinator who is available to help victims of domestic abuse find resources and get help.”

— David Hyche, Calera Police Chief (wbrc.com)

What’s next

The case remains under investigation.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in the community and the importance of resources and support for victims of abuse.