Two killed in Albany shooting

Police investigating incident on Myrtle Avenue

Jan. 27, 2026 at 4:15pm

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Albany police responded to a shooting incident in the 600 block of Myrtle Avenue on Tuesday afternoon, where two people were found dead. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and have asked the public to avoid the area.

Why it matters

Shootings and violent crime are ongoing concerns in Albany, with the city seeing an increase in gun violence in recent years. This latest incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address public safety and find solutions to reduce such tragic events.

The details

According to police, the call came in around 3:15 pm on Tuesday for a shooting in the 600 block of Myrtle Avenue. When officers arrived, they found two individuals who had been fatally shot. The investigation into the circumstances of the shooting is ongoing, and police have asked the public to avoid the area while they conduct their work.

  • The call came in around 3:15 pm on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

The players

Albany Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police have not yet released the identities of the victims or provided any details on potential suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have said there is no threat to the broader community at this time.

The takeaway

This tragic shooting underscores the persistent challenges Albany faces with gun violence and the need for continued community-based efforts to improve public safety and prevent such incidents from occurring.