Authorities in south Alabama are seeking witnesses to come forward with videos that might help identify the perpetrators of a shooting at a May Day party near Stockton that left three people dead and 18 others injured. The shooting occurred on Saturday night at an outdoor party attended by approximately 1,000 people, including families with children.
According to the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, an argument escalated into gunfire, causing chaos as partygoers scattered and sought shelter. Officials suspect that there may have been multiple shooters involved in the incident. The victims’ identities have not been released, and it is unclear if any arrests have been made.
In a plea for assistance, the sheriff’s department urged individuals to provide any information or video footage from the party that could aid in the investigation. A witness, Douglas Bolden, described the scene as chaotic, with children and adults running for their lives as shots rang out from various directions.
Stockton, a small town with a population of about 400, is located approximately 30 miles northeast of Mobile, Alabama. The community is reeling from the tragic event, and authorities are working diligently to bring the case to a resolution.
The incident has shocked residents and raised concerns about the safety of public gatherings in the area. The sheriff’s department emphasized the importance of community cooperation in solving the case and bringing the perpetrators to justice.