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Josh Towns

Case from Selma, AL dated Jul 18, 2024

Victim Details

Josh Towns

Male

Black / African American

Selma

AL

2024-07-18

18

Josh

Towns

Yes

07/10/2026

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In the summer of 2024, the life of 18-year-old Josh Towns of Selma, Alabama, was tragically cut short. On Thursday, July 18, 2024, Towns was discovered deceased inside a vehicle located near the entrance of the Pine Glenn Estates in Perry County. The cause of his death was determined to be a shooting.

The day following the discovery of Towns' body, authorities moved swiftly in their investigation. An arrest was made on Friday, July 20, 2024, bringing a suspect into custody. Mikell Craig, ...
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  • WAKA 8: Selma teen facing capital murder in fatal shooting of Perry Co. teen - WAKA 8
  • Selma Sun: Teenager from Selma charged with murder after Perry County shooting
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    Did anyone else read about Josh Towns' incredible volunteer work at the local community center? It's... ...Read More
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