Crime & Safety

One Killed In Friday Shooting On East Skyland Boulevard

The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) is investigating a Friday evening shooting that left one person dead.

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) is investigating a Friday evening shooting that left one person dead.


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Captain Marty Sellers told local media that the Tuscaloosa Police Department and VCU investigators responded to the initial call in the 4500 block of East Skyland Boulevard.

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While he declined to provide further details, Sellers said one male victim was dead as a result of the shooting.

No word has been given on any potential suspects or the motive behind the shooting.

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