Greensboro, Ala. (WDNews) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency State Bureau of Investigation has launched an officer-involved shooting investigation following a Thursday night incident in Hale County.
According to ALEA, the situation unfolded around 7:30 p.m. on April 2 during a traffic stop in the 1000 block of Blount Street in Greensboro.
Authorities say the driver, identified as 64-year-old Robert Williams of Greensboro, presented a firearm and shot a Greensboro police officer. The officer returned fire, striking Williams.
Williams was taken to Hale County Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The officer was also injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. No update on the officer’s condition has been released.
Hal Taylor, secretary of ALEA, released a statement following the incident.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the injured Greensboro Police Officer and his family as he continues to receive care,” Taylor said. “What began as a traffic stop, which is never routine, quickly turned into a life-threatening situation, underscoring the dangers officers face every day. Incidents like this weigh heavily on the entire law enforcement community. We are praying for the Officer’s full recovery and will continue to stand alongside the family and fellow officers during this difficult time.”
The investigation remains ongoing. Once complete, the findings will be turned over to the Hale County District Attorney’s Office.
