On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 29-year-old Jessy Hooper of Cullman was shot in the Simcoe area of Cullman County. Deputies from the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office found Hooper with a gunshot wound and he was taken to a local hospital, where he died later that same day. Officials described the incident as appearing isolated and said the person believed responsible was detained at the scene.

Investigators moved quickly. On October 20, 2025, 30-year-old Emily Nicole Battles of Cullman was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Hooper’s death. Authorities provided limited details about the events leading up to the shooting and the relationship, if any, between Hooper and Battles, saying the investigation remained ongoing.

Hooper was remembered as a son, father, and brother in his obituary. Does anyone who knew Jessy or was in the Simcoe area on October 15 have information that could help clarify what happened?