At approximately 5:08 a.m. this morning, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 4000 block of McClendon Chapel Road to investigate a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, deputies discovered two adult males suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The two men were transported to UAB Hospital for treatment of their injuries.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the two men were reportedly involved in a verbal alteration that led to both men shooting each other.
The case is still under investigation. If there is anyone who has information pertaining to the case, they are encouraged to contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.