Dornell Cousette

Death by Force

On September 16, 2019, 40-year-old Investigator Dornell Cousette of the Tuscaloosa Police Department was fatally shot while attempting to serve a warrant at a residence near the intersection of Short 17th Street and 33rd Avenue. The suspect, 20-year-old Luther Watkins Jr., was wanted for failing to appear on prior felony charges. Upon Cousette's arrival, Watkins fled into the house, leading to an exchange of gunfire inside. Cousette was struck in the face and succumbed to his injuries at a local ...Read More

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