Teen dies days after shooting in Montgomery neighborhood; juvenile charged
Montgomery police and fire medics were dispatched at 1:31 p.m. Monday to a report of a person shot in the 3900 block of Dalraida Place.
A tragic update in a Montgomery neighborhood shooting: 19-year-old Jaquan Tennille has died from injuries sustained earlier this week. Following his passing, authorities have moved to charge another teenager in connection with his death.
Investigation and Charges
Montgomery police Lt. Tina McGriff confirmed that a juvenile suspect is now facing two counts of capital murder. Due to the suspect's age, their identity is being withheld from the public.
The incident originated on Monday at approximately 1:31 p.m., when Montgomery police and fire medics were dispatched to a report of a person shot in the 3900 block of Dalraida Place. Upon arrival, first responders discovered Tennille suffering from a gunshot wound. Investigators determined that Tennille had been inside a vehicle when the shooting occurred, which subsequently caused the vehicle to strike a nearby home.
Ongoing Developments
While police initially took three juveniles into custody, officials have only announced charges against one individual at this time. 205focus.com notes that Tennille's death marks the 19th homicide in Montgomery for the current year. Police confirmed the news of his passing on Friday evening.
Law enforcement continues to urge anyone with information regarding this case to contact detectives at 334-625-2831 or reach out to Crime Stoppers at 334-215-STOP.