The Mobile Police Department is investigating after a shooting late Friday during a party in Theodore.
Public information officer Blake Brown said dispatch received a call at 10:47 p.m. about an incident in the area of Bellingrath Road and Laurendine Road. A bonfire party with over 100 people in attendance ended abruptly after shots were fired.
“Upon arrival, officers discovered one victim deceased and multiple victims injured,” said Brown. “The injured victims were transported to local hospitals, but at this time the extent of their injuries are unknown.”
A total of seven people were shot, Brown confirmed. An adult man was killed, and the six others injured were juveniles.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Mobile Police Department at 251-208-7211. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by texting 844-251-0644 or visiting mobilepd.org/crimetip.
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