BESSEMER, Ala. ( WIAT ) – From Friday night to Monday night, 10 people in Bessemer were shot with three victims dying from their injuries.
The Bessemer community is reeling after a violent weekend. Some say they are “overly concerned” with the level of violence happening in a place they love and cherish.
“Father, that you would restore peace, that you would restore love. Father, that you would give us wisdom and guidance, that you would help us to navigate through these dark times,” a local preacher prayed over Tuesday’s city council meeting.
Bessemer Police are calling on the community to speak up as they continue to look for two more persons of interest in Friday night’s triple homicide. Police announced a second arrest in that triple homicide Tuesday afternoon.
“It’s terrifying,” lifelong Bessemer resident Nancy Wright said. “Although I’ve been a lifetime resident, I’m strongly considering relocating.”
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