The Montgomery community is grieving the loss of 17-year-old Jekobi Douglas, who was fatally shot in a double shooting over the weekend. The tragic incident occurred on Saturday, February 3, in the 1200 block of Eastern Boulevard, near Interstate 85 and Carmichael Road, leaving one dead and another fighting for his life.
According to the Montgomery Police Department (MPD), officers and emergency medical personnel responded to reports of a shooting around 8:25 p.m. When they arrived, they found two male victims at the scene. Jekobi Douglas, a teenager with his whole life ahead of him, was pronounced dead at the scene due to gunshot wounds.
A second victim, an adult male whose identity has not been released, was rushed to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. As of Monday, there have been no updates on his condition, leaving family and friends anxiously waiting for news.
The MPD is actively investigating the shooting, but details remain scarce. No suspects have been taken into custody, and no motive has been established. Authorities are working tirelessly to piece together what led to the violence and who may be responsible.
In the meantime, law enforcement is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to the Montgomery Police Department at (334) 625-2831, CrimeStoppers at (334) 215-STOP (7867), or Secret Witness at (334) 625-4000. Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial in solving this case and bringing justice to the victims and their families.
The loss of Jekobi Douglas has left a deep wound in the Montgomery community. Friends, family, and neighbors are remembering him as a young man full of potential, whose life was tragically cut short. As the investigation continues, the community is coming together to support one another and demand answers.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence and its devastating impact on families and communities. As authorities work to uncover the truth, many are left wondering how such tragedies can be prevented in the future.
For now, the Montgomery community mourns the loss of Jekobi Douglas and prays for the recovery of the second victim. Anyone with information is encouraged to speak up and help bring closure to this devastating case.