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‘Help Ronnie's kids find joy amidst tragedy': Dumas family PI sets up GoFundMe for kids to attend summer camp
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The private investigator for the family of the still-missing Huntsville realtor has set up a GoFundMe for the children to go to summer camp and for the eldest's birthday in a few days. 'Help Ronnie's kids find joy amidst tragedy,' James Andrews said. Ronald Leslie Dumas Jr., 37, was last seen on Dec. 15, 2024. A missing persons report was filed on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024, and he was placed on the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Missing Persons List as a missing adult on Dec. 23. The Huntsville Police Department and ALEA upgraded the missing adult alert for Dumas to a missing and endangered person alert on Feb. 7, saying he 'is believed to have been abducted and in danger of bodily harm or death.' Andrews, the family's private investigator, has now created a GoFundMe to support Dumas' kids as they head into the summer months. 'Ronnie is a dedicated father who loves his children, and he was involved in every aspect of their lives right up until the moment he was taken away from them,' the GoFundMe reads. Kai is 12, Lindsi is 6 and Ryili is 4. 'Kai turns 13 on June 11th, and he wants to celebrate at the Lego store. Kai, Lindsi, and Ryili would all like to go to summer camp this year, and from personal experience, I know how beneficial that would be for them! Summer camp alone for the 3 kids will be a few thousand dollars, but it will be worth every penny to bring these children some joy and moments of peace,' Andrews wrote. ALL funds raised will go directly toward helping the kids feel some sense of normalcy while their mothers and other family members continue to help them navigate this crisis. As we continue to search for Ronnie and answers, we cannot forget about the impact this is having on his young children. We ask everyone that is able, please donate and share! Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us bring comfort and stability to these amazing kids during an unimaginable hard time. GoFundMe You can visit the GoFundMe page here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 hours ago
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Woman dies in Monroe County crash
MONROE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A Walnut Hill, Florida, woman has died after a crash in Monroe County that happened on Thursday, May 15, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. Mobile County DA speaks out on deadly Saenger Theatre shooting An ALEA news release said 62-year-old Mary Ria Michele Burt died on May 30 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. Burt was driving a Volkswagen Tiguan when she left the road, hit a culvert, and overturned on Monroe County 45, according to ALEA. Officials said Burt was not using a seatbelt at the time of the crash and was ejected. Mobile police say woman hit man with brick while he was driving The crash happened around 5:30 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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a day ago
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Tennessee man jailed following I-65 shooting incident
Jun. 1—ATHENS — A Tennessee man was in Limestone County Jail on Sunday after his arrest following a shooting incident Saturday on Interstate 65. The Limestone County Sheriff's Office said a 911 caller reported Saturday that a man on a motorcycle fired shots at him and his family while they were traveling north on I-65 in the area of mile marker 347. The gunfire struck the victim's vehicle, endangering the lives of the occupants, the Sheriff's Office said. An alert was issued, and troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency located the motorcyclist about 10 miles from the incident scene. Limestone County deputies responded to assist with the traffic stop and identified the suspect as Jason Jermain Johnson, 30, of Centerville, Tennessee, the office said. The Sheriff's Office alleges that during the arrest, Johnson was found to be in possession of a loaded pistol with two additional loaded magazines and was wearing a bullet-resistant vest beneath an Outcast Motorcycle Club vest. Johnson was charged with shooting into an occupied vehicle and three counts of attempted murder, and he remained jailed Sunday with bail not set pending an Aniah's Law hearing, according to the Sheriff's Office.
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6 days ago
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ALEA sees 50% reduction in traffic-related deaths over 2025 Memorial Day holiday weekend: Report
ALABAMA (WHNT) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency said there were fewer lives lost during the 2025 Memorial Day Holiday Weekend than in 2024. ALEA sent out a news release Wednesday announcing a decrease in traffic and marine-related deaths for the 2025 Memorial Day holiday weekend. From Friday, May 23 to Monday, May 26, ALEA Troopers investigated three traffic-related deaths, a 50% reduction from 6 traffic-related deaths in 2024. Marshall County EMA asking drivers to 'turn around, don't drown' on flooded county roads In addition to this, ALEA said there were zero boating deaths on Alabama's waterways, an improvement from one recorded during the 2024 holiday weekend. The fatal traffic crashes occurred in Pike, Morgan and Bibb counties, ALEA said. While the agency said it stresses that even one loss of life is one too many, the decline in fatalities on both the roadways and waterways is a positive milestone.'This year's numbers reflect progress, but we are reminded that each statistic represents a lifelost and families forever changed,' ALEA Secretary Hal Taylor said. 'Our goal is always zerofatalities, and we remain committed to enforcing traffic and boating laws, while educating thepublic on safe practices throughout the summer months.' The Memorial Day weekend also marked the official launch of ALEA's annual '101 Days ofSummer Safety' campaign, which runs through Labor Day. The agency said this campaign focuses on reducing crashes, fatalities, and injuries through increased enforcement and public outreach during the summer travel season. LOOKING FOR THE EXTENDED FORECAST? Click here to learn how to download the Live Alert 19 app 'Our Troopers in both Highway Patrol and Marine Patrol will be out in full force acrossAlabama to ensure everyone gets to their destinations and return home safely,' Secretary Tayloradded. 'We urge all motorists and boaters to do their part by staying alert, obeying laws, andnever operating a vehicle or vessel under the influence.' ALEA said there were increased patrols, driver license checkpoints, and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing fatalities and injuries over the weekend. Here are some data points provided by the agency about the weekend: 726 vessel stops 1,084 Marine Safety Warnings issued 12 Boating Under the Influence (BUI) arrests 104 warnings issued for Non-Residents Operating Without a License/Certification 104 warnings for Proximity Law Violations 5 Warnings for Wake Sport Violations 316 traffic crashes investigated 224 seat belt citations issued 1,899 citations issued for speeding 29 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests 'Despite these efforts, the Agency remains committed to enhancing its strategies and working with the community to promote safer driving and boating practices,' ALEA said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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7 days ago
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Bibb County man dies after car wreck
BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WIAT) — A Bibb County man died after he was in a car crash Monday night, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. George Middlebrooks, a 64-year-old from Brent, was critically injured when the Toyota Camry he was operating left the roadway, hit a ditch and overturned. Middlebrooks, who reportedly was not wearing a seat belt, was taken to Bibb Medical Center. He died there from his injuries. Parties react to Sen. Tommy Tuberville's run for governor of Alabama The crash happened around 10:21 p.m. Monday on Bibb County 1 about three miles north of Brent. Troopers with the ALEA Highway Patrol Division investigated the crash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
