In the early morning hours of November 25, 2018, the city of Demopolis, Alabama, was shattered by an act of violence that claimed the lives of two young people and left two others wounded. Among the deceased was 24-year-old Jasmine Washington, a female resident of the community. The shooting also resulted in the death of 27-year-old Laderrus Gilbert.
The incident, which occurred at an intersection in the city, sent shockwaves through the quiet community. Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remain scarce in publicly available reports. Law enforcement officials were called to the scene where they discovered the four victims. Tragically, Jasmine Washington and Laderrus Gilbert were pronounced dead. The two other individuals who sustained injuries were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
In the years that have followed the shooting, there has been no publicly released information regarding any arrests made in connection with the deaths of Jasmine Washington and Laderrus Gilbert. The investigation into the double homicide remains ongoing. The case is noted as an unsolved crime in the area, leaving a lingering sense of loss and unanswered questions for the families of the victims and the Demopolis community. The lack of resolution in identifying and apprehending the person or persons responsible for this violent act continues to be a source of pain and concern.
