In the early morning hours of August 17, 2023, the life of 22-year-old JiTaveis Demar Thomas of Mobile, Alabama, was tragically cut short. A father of two, Thomas was discovered shot to death in the Alabama Village area of Prichard. The Prichard Police Department was called to the scene at approximately 6:00 a.m. where they found Mr. Thomas, a male victim, who had succumbed to his injuries.
Neighbors in the Alabama Village community reported hearing multiple gunshots prior to the arrival
of law enforcement. The news of the young father's violent death sent ripples of frustration and sadness through the neighborhood, with residents expressing their weariness of the recurring gun violence. His older brother confirmed that Thomas leaves behind two children.
The Prichard Police Department promptly launched a homicide investigation into the shooting. Detectives began the meticulous process of gathering evidence and speaking with potential witnesses to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting. Authorities have publicly urged anyone with information regarding the murder of JiTaveis Demar Thomas to come forward and contact the Prichard Police at 452-2211.
As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the case. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Investigators are looking into all available leads, including footage from cameras in the Alabama Village area, in their efforts to bring those responsible for JiTaveis Demar Thomas's death to justice.
