Man Accused of Shooting Hoover Police Officer Identified

Asa Redd Griggs charged with two counts of attempted murder after alleged domestic incident

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Court records have revealed the identity of the 38-year-old man accused of shooting a Hoover police officer and allegedly killing his 71-year-old family member during a domestic incident on February 8. The suspect, Asa Redd Griggs, was also shot by police during the encounter and is currently in stable condition at a local hospital.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers police officers face when responding to calls involving individuals with mental health issues or a history of violence. It also raises questions about the suspect's prior criminal history and whether more could have been done to prevent this tragic event.

The details

According to court documents, Griggs pulled out a Glock 19 handgun and began firing at a family member when police arrived at the residence on River Lake Drive in response to reports of a 'mentally disturbed person'. During the incident, a Hoover police officer was shot in the torso area, but has since been released from the hospital and is continuing to recover. Officers returned fire, hitting Griggs, who was taken to the hospital in stable condition.

  • On February 8, police were called to a residence in Hoover, Alabama.
  • Griggs allegedly shot a Hoover police officer on February 8.
  • Griggs was booked into the Shelby County Jail on February 10.

The players

Asa Redd Griggs

A 38-year-old man accused of shooting a Hoover police officer and allegedly killing his 71-year-old family member during a domestic incident.

Glenn Adrian Griggs

The 71-year-old victim who was allegedly killed by Asa Redd Griggs during the domestic incident.

Hoover Police Chief Clay Morris

The police chief who confirmed details about the incident and the officer's condition.

Hoover Police Officer

The officer who was shot in the torso area during the incident and has since been released from the hospital.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Asa Redd Griggs out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces when responding to calls involving individuals with mental health issues or a history of violence, and the need for improved crisis intervention and de-escalation training to help prevent such tragic incidents.