Tuscaloosa police have arrested a second suspect in connection with a Sept. 12 shooting in west Tuscaloosa that left seven people injured, including a 12-year-old.
Kemarkus Antonio Allen, 22, was charged Sept. 15 with seven counts of first-degree degree assault. He was also served with a probation violation for second-degree receiving stolen property.
Allen's arrest comes a day after the arrest of Keyontae Jones, 23. Jones also was charged with seven counts of first-degree assault. Jones was taken to the Tuscaloosa County Jail, where he is being with a bond set at $250,000 cash.
Here's how authorities say the shooting unfolded:
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At around 10:30 p.m. Sept. 12, officers with the Tuscaloosa Police Department responded to the 2600 block of 21st Street after receiving reports of multiple people being shot.
The shooting occurred during the "Shack Town Reunion" event, with between 500 and 1,000 people attending. "Shack Town" is a historic name that has been associated with the neighborhood for decades, said Capt. Jack Kennedy of the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit.
Seven victims were confirmed injured during the shooting, with ages ranging from 12 to 40 years old. Two victims remain in stable but critical condition at local hospitals, while the other five have been released. Investigators determined that an eighth person who reported being grazed by a bullet was not actually at the reunion event.
Investigators believe the shooting involved gang activity, in which one group actively sought out another group in a crowded public space.
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit was called to investigate.
Multiple agencies are assisting the Tuscaloosa Violent Crime Unit, including the FBI, U.S. Marshals and various local police departments.
The FBI has a digital media tip line, which allows the public to submit information, photos and videos directly to investigators.
The tip line is available at http://www.fbi.gov/tuscaloosashooting.
In addition to the tip line, the FBI is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the shooting.
The investigation is ongoing, and Kennedy said more charges and arrests could occur.
Anyone who witnessed or has information about the shooting is urged to contact the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit at 205-464-8690 or use the FBI tip line.
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