Violence
Teen Injured in Tuscaloosa Shooting
The incident occurred on Saturday in the 2700 block of 24th Street.
Tuscaloosa Police Seek 20-Year-Old Person of Interest in Shooting
Authorities are searching for Tyler Isaiah Turner after a double shooting near Lake Tuscaloosa.
Two Injured In Friday Night Shooting Near Lake Tuscaloosa
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating the incident that occurred in the Northport area.
Criminal Justice
Jail Admin Testifies About Inmate's Conduct Ahead of Sentencing
Luther Watkins Jr. was convicted of capital murder in the killing of a Tuscaloosa police investigator.
Jury Hears Emotional Testimony in Sentencing Hearing for Convicted Cop Killer
The jury will decide if Luther Watkins Jr. faces life in prison or the death penalty for the 2019 murder of Tuscaloosa Police Investigator Dornell Cousette.
State Rests in Murder Trial of Luther Watkins, Case for Self-Defense Begins
Defense attorneys argue Watkins acted in self-defense when he killed a Tuscaloosa police officer in 2019
Law Enforcement
Jury Finds Luther Watkins Guilty Of Capital Murder In Killing Of Tuscaloosa Police Officer
Watkins now faces sentencing next week that could include the death penalty under Alabama law.
Man Dies in Tuscaloosa Police Custody After Combative Encounter
Authorities investigating after 33-year-old man became unresponsive during struggle with officers.
Man Dies in Tuscaloosa Police Custody
Authorities provide few details on the incident
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