Shooting at Church Near Birmingham, Alabama, Reports of ‘Multiple’ Injured; Shooter in Custody – Opinion

In breaking news, a shooting took place Thursday night at a church located near Birmingham, Alabama, with reports of “multiple people” shot, according to several outlets.

NBC News

Police said that multiple people were shot in the Birmingham area at a Church on Thursday.

The number of people shot at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Vestavia Hills and their conditions were not disclosed.

Police said that the suspect was taken into custody after the shooting at 6:20 pm.

Kelley Hudlow is a missioner in charge of clergy formation for the diocese. Although she said that there have been injuries to people, WVTM broadcasts more details.

“We’re kind of like with everyone else, just waiting to learn more,” she said. “Currently we are praying for healing and safety.”

Gray News and Fox affiliate WBRC reported more information on the shooting including a possible event at the church on Thursday night.

The scene was rushed to emergency services by police at 6:15 p.m.

A post on the church’s website announced there was a potluck dinner scheduled for Thursday evening.

This is an urgent news story. RedState will update this story as soon as there are more updates.

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