Tag: gun crime

‘Repetitive criminal conduct carries serious consequences’ — Northern District Court sentences Birmingham man for illegal possession of a firearm

U.S. Attorney Phillip W. Williams Jr. announced on Wednesday the sentencing of Darrie Dewayne Ziegler, 32, of Birmingham, to 92 months in prison. One year ago, Zeigler pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.

Bessemer Police chief claims to be 'hindered' by permitless carry in midst of gun violence wave

Bessemer Police Chief Mike Wood addressed the media following deadly shootings over the weekend. Wood said the legislature’s move to allow people to carry guns without a concealed carry permit has impacted efforts to reduce crime.

House Speaker Ledbetter open to imposing stiffer penalties for violent gun crime

House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter responded to Montgomery County District Attorney Daryl Bailey's proposal to increase gun crime penalties during an interview with Mobile radio's FM Talk 106.5 from the Sand Mountain Potato Festival in DeKalb County that aired Monday.