In the early hours of Sunday, March 1, 2026, the city of Montgomery, Alabama, was marred by violence that resulted in the death of 30-year-old Deanthony Payne. The incident unfolded shortly before 1:30 a.m. when Montgomery police and fire medics were dispatched to the 5200 block of Carmichael Road following reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, first responders discovered Payne at the scene with fatal gunshot wounds.
The initial investigation by law enforcement has led them to
believe that the shooting was a domestic incident. This event was part of a particularly violent day in Montgomery, as a second fatal domestic-related shooting occurred later that evening in a different part of the city, resulting in the deaths of two other individuals.
As of the latest available reports, the investigation into Deanthony Payne's death remains ongoing. Authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or announced any arrests in connection with the case. The Montgomery Police Department has encouraged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and contact CrimeStoppers or the police department directly.
