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3 days ago
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Man accused of shooting, killing family member in altercation, police say
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — The Limestone County Sheriff's Office said a man is accused of shooting and killing a family member Friday. LCSO said around 7 p.m., deputies responded to a shooting incident in the 17000 block of Kelley Drive in Athens. Upon arrival, LCSO said deputies found the body of Todd Robert Jennett, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Also at the scene was Michael Stephen Esposito, 63, of Athens, Alabama. After securing the scene, investigators began a thorough investigation. Preliminary findings indicate that Jennett and Esposito, his stepfather, had been involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the dispute, Esposito reportedly produced a firearm and shot Jennett multiple times. Michael Esposito was taken into custody at the scene without incident and was transported to the Limestone County Jail. He is currently being held pending an Aniah's Law hearing, which will be scheduled at a later date. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-06-2025
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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.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
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Man arrested on sexual assault, domestic violence charges in Limestone County
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — The Limestone County Sheriff's Office says a man was arrested last week on rape and domestic violence charges. Luis Enrique Valencia, 23, originally from Mexico, was arrested and charged with first degree rape, second degree domestic violence assault and domestic violence strangulation or suffocation. Morgan County inmate accused of punching corrections officer, headbutting another The sheriff's office said on April 24, deputies responded to a 911 call in the 16000 block of Coffman Road regarding reports of physical and sexual assault. Authorities said when deputies arrived, they found the victim, who was bleeding from the head and had torn clothing, and also found Valencia. According to the sheriff's office, a preliminary investigation found that the victim had recently ended a relationship with Valencia, which they said reportedly enraged him. Authorities said that Valencia is accused of hitting the victim with a glass bottle, binding and choking her and then sexually assaulting her. LCSO said the victim was able to escape to a bathroom and call 911. The sheriff's office said the victim was taken to a local hospital while Valencia was taken into custody. LCSO said investigators had obtained a warrant and searched the house, where they found evidence supporting the victim's allegations. LCSO said the case will require an Aniah's Law hearing before Valencia can be granted bond. Authorities said Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)has also placed an immigration detainer on Valencia. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
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LCSO to conduct S.W.A.T. training exercise in Toney
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — The Limestone County Sheriff's Office announced it would be conducting S.W.A.T. training on Thursday. Around 5 p.m. on Thursday, LCSO said it would be conducting comprehensive S.W.A.T. training in the area of 27700 McKee Rd. in the Toney. The sheriff's office said the training will focus on a variety of entry techniques, including building entry, the use of noise flash diversion devices and exterior energetic breaching to simulate gaining access to fortified structures. 'These exercises are essential in ensuring SWAT team members maintain their proficiency in hostage rescues, barricaded subjects, active shooter scenarios, and other critical emergency situations,' the sheriff's office said. Residents in the area should be aware that the training will involve loud noises as part of the exercises. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-01-2025
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Huntsville 18-year-old charged with sending obscene videos of himself to a child
LIMESTONE COUNTY, Ala. (WHNT) — Court documents say a Huntsville 18-year-old was charged with sending obscene videos of himself to a child. Court records say 18-year-old Jacobie Ayers was arrested by the Limestone County Sheriff's Office on Jan. 26. Man charged in Christmas Day murder extradited to Alabama Documents say he was charged with five counts of transmitting obscene material to a child. Ayers has since been released on bond. A court date has not been set for him at this time. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
