William Holley, a 63-year-old male, was tragically killed in Selma, Alabama. On a Saturday night in early November 2025, police responded to a call at the intersection of Philpot Avenue and Washington Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Holley unresponsive, having sustained a gunshot wound.
The death of William Holley marked the city's 13th homicide of the year, prompting Selma's newly elected mayor, Johnny Moss III, to call for a strategic plan to address the rising crime rate.
In a statement released even before police officially identified Holley, Mayor Moss expressed his condolences to the family and voiced the community's frustration with the escalating gun violence. He announced his intention to meet with the police chief to develop a comprehensive strategy aimed at increasing police presence and ensuring accountability.
The Selma Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division is actively investigating the shooting. Authorities have been following several leads and conducting interviews with potential witnesses. However, no arrests have been made in connection with the case, and no suspects have been publicly identified. Police Chief Kenta Fulford has urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and contact the Selma Police Department or to submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers. The investigation into the death of William Holley remains ongoing.
