Authorities Seek Leads After Lake Tuscaloosa Shooting Injures Two

Police say the incident stemmed from an ongoing dispute and there is no threat to the surrounding area.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a shooting near Lake Tuscaloosa on Friday night that left a man and a woman with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities believe the incident was related to an ongoing disagreement between several individuals and are asking the public to check any security footage from the area between 11 PM and 12 AM for potential leads.

Why it matters

Violent crime near popular recreational areas can understandably raise concerns within the community, so police are working to quickly identify the perpetrators and determine if there are any broader public safety issues that need to be addressed.

The details

According to Captain Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, deputies were dispatched to the scene around 11:30 PM on Friday after reports of a shooting. They found a man and a woman with injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening. Investigators think the shooting stemmed from an ongoing dispute between several individuals, and they do not believe the surrounding area is in any danger.

  • The shooting occurred around 11:30 PM on Friday, March 1, 2026.
  • Authorities are asking the public to check any security footage from between 11 PM and 12 AM on that night.

The players

Captain Jack Kennedy

Commander of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit.

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What they’re saying

“It is believed that this shooting stemmed from an ongoing disagreement between several individuals and there is no reason to believe that the surrounding area is in any danger.”

— Captain Jack Kennedy, Commander, Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit (Patch.com)

What’s next

Investigators are asking anyone with information or relevant security footage to contact the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit at (205) 464-8690.

The takeaway

While the shooting near Lake Tuscaloosa was an isolated incident related to an ongoing dispute, it serves as a reminder for the community to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities to help maintain public safety in the area.