COFFEE COUNTY, ALA., A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.
According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to reports of a shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.
When law enforcement arrived, they discovered a deceased individual at the scene.
Officials indicated that the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though further details have not yet been released.
Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.
Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.
The search effort involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), along with troopers and State Bureau of Investigation agents.
State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search, particularly in areas near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.
Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.
Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any relevant information.
Following an extensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.
Due to the situation, Kinston School delayed its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day as a precaution.
In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift response and emphasized that the safety of students, staff, and families remains a top priority.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to process the scene and gather additional details.
