On Saturday, two teenagers from Fort Deposit were arrested by investigators from the Lowndes County Sheriff’s office. The arrest was made in connection with a murder case in Montgomery.
On July 20, Sheriff Chris West made an announcement regarding the arrests of two 16-year-old black males who were wanted for the murder of a Hispanic male in West Montgomery. The arrests were made on July 18 by a team of investigators, as confirmed by Investigator Randell Johnson.
Upon being charged with capital murder, the two suspects were transported to the Montgomery County Detention Facility where they are currently being held without bond. According to Johnson, it is highly probable that they will be tried as adults.
Johnson stated that the murder at the new QT gas station on the West South Boulevard in Montgomery involved young men who reportedly killed a 21-year-old Hispanic male who was sitting in a car.
On Friday, Central Alabama Crimestoppers issued a BOLO (be on the lookout) after the alleged shooting and killing of Hector Bamaca Yoc in the 1000 block of West South Boulevard. The suspects were recognized by Johnson, who contacted Crimestoppers representatives. He was then put in touch with the Montgomery Police Department investigator in charge of the case.
Johnson reported that a family member provided information on the whereabouts of one of the suspects, prompting a call to Fort Deposit Police Chief Terry Steiner.
Johnson gathered our team and retrieved one of the boys, while the mother of the other juvenile turned him in to the police department after hearing that we were searching for him.
In the early hours of Thursday, at approximately 12:45 a.m., the MPD and Fire Medics received a call regarding a shooting incident. The responders arrived on the scene only to find the victim had already passed away due to the fatal gunshot wounds sustained.
According to Crimestoppers, two suspects made their escape on foot. The MPD investigators shared pictures of the suspect who allegedly tried to rob the victim before fatally shooting him.
If you have any information regarding the case, kindly reach out to the investigative unit of the Montgomery Police Department through (334) 625-2832 or (334) 625-2831. Your help could make a significant difference in resolving the matter.
