On a tragic Saturday, January 13, 2024, the life of 34-year-old Dewane Wooten, a Black/African American male, was cut short in Montgomery, Alabama. The incident unfolded on Riverside Road, where Wooten was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound. His death marked a somber beginning to what would be a violent weekend in the city.
Responding to the scene, deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office found Wooten deceased.
The initial discovery launched a thorough death investigation as authorities worked to piece together the events that led to the shooting. The news of Wooten's death rippled through the community, adding to a growing concern over violent crime in the area. The weekend was further marred by another shooting that claimed the life of a juvenile male in a separate incident, heightening the sense of urgency among law enforcement and residents alike.
In the days that followed, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office made significant headway in their investigation into Wooten's death. Their efforts led to the identification and arrest of two suspects. John E. White, 56, and Adrian L. Moultrie, 50, were taken into custody and both face the grave charge of murder. The two men were subsequently booked into the Montgomery County Detention Facility.
