In the quiet town of Lafayette, Alabama, the evening of September 19, 2025, was shattered by an act of violence that claimed the life of 42-year-old Eric Calloway. A Black male, Calloway was fatally shot near the intersection of Alabama Avenue East and 7th Street NE. The incident occurred in proximity to the LaFayette High School football stadium, where a game was underway.
However, authorities were quick to clarify that the shooting was an isolated event and had no connection to the high school or the ongoing football game.
Emergency services, who were already near the stadium, were able to respond to the scene quickly. Upon their arrival, they discovered Calloway had succumbed to his injuries at the location of the shooting. The LaFayette Police Department's Investigations Unit immediately launched a homicide investigation into his death.
In the days following the tragic event, the community mourned the loss of Eric Calloway. His obituary described him as a resident of LaGrange, Georgia, and detailed arrangements for his public visitation and funeral services, which were held in LaFayette. The news of his violent death left friends and family grappling with the sudden loss.
The investigation into Calloway's death progressed swiftly, and authorities announced that an arrest had been made in connection with the shooting. While the LaFayette Police Department continued to gather information and seek out witnesses, the arrest brought a small measure of solace to a community shaken by the incident. The name of the suspect and the specific charges they face have not been made widely public as the investigation continues. The police have encouraged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward to assist in the ongoing case.
