In the town of Dadeville, Alabama, four young people were killed and 32 injured in a shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party on Saturday night (NBC News). Three individuals have been arrested and charged with murder in connection to the incident (USA Today). Among those arrested are two teen brothers, Ty Reik McCullough and Travis McCullough, as well as Wilson LaMar Hill Jr. (CBS News).
17-year-old Ty Reik McCullough and his brother, 16-year-old Travis, were charged in the shooting and arrested by local authorities (The Independent). A third suspect, Hill, was also arrested and charged with murder (WVTM 13 Birmingham). The motive for the shooting is not yet clear, but officials have speculated on one (The Independent).
The shooting occurred at a dance studio where the party was being held, and the victims ranged in age from 17 to 23 (AL.com). The victims have been identified as Philstavious Dowdell, Shaunkivia Nicole “Keke” Smith, Marsiah Emmanuel “Siah” Collins, and Corbin Dahmontrey Holston (AL.com).
The suspects are facing charges of murder and reckless endangerment (ABC News). They are currently in custody and awaiting trial (Reuters). The community of Dadeville is in shock and mourning the loss of the young lives impacted by the tragedy (The New York Times).
As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward (NBC News). The incident has once again brought attention to gun violence in the United States and sparked further debate on gun control measures (The New York Times). For now, the focus remains on finding justice for the victims and their families (USA Today).
