In the early morning hours of September 28, 2025, the city of Selma, Alabama, was shattered by an act of violence that claimed the life of 59-year-old Edwina Russaw. A resident of Selma, she was fatally wounded in a drive-by shooting that occurred in the 1200 block of Woodrow Avenue. The incident, which also left three other individuals injured, unfolded at approximately 1:00 a.m., casting a dark shadow over the community.
Emergency services responded to the scene, but tragically, Ms.
Russaw succumbed to her injuries. The three other victims were transported to local medical facilities for treatment. Their identities and the extent of their injuries were not immediately released to the public. The sudden and violent nature of the event sent ripples of shock and grief through the city, leaving friends, family, and neighbors to mourn the loss of a beloved community member.
In the wake of the shooting, the Selma Police Department launched a homicide investigation. Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of those responsible for this senseless act. To date, no arrests have been announced in connection with the murder of Edwina Russaw, and law enforcement officials have not publicly identified any suspects or a possible motive for the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing as the community awaits answers and justice for a life cut short.
