Brenston Markeze Prince, 41, was shot and killed in Gardendale, Alabama, on the morning of December 19, 2017. Police were called to a residence in the 700 block of Twin Bridge Drive around 8:30 a.m. after reports of a possible shooting; officers found Mr. Prince deceased at the scene and described the incident as a domestic situation.

Investigators interviewed several witnesses and took one person into custody in connection with the shooting. Authorities confirmed an arrest had been made but did not release the suspect’s identity or the specific charges. A family member who asked to remain anonymous told a local news outlet they believed the fatal act was in self-defense. Officials said the community faced no broader threat while the investigation continued.

If anyone knew Brenston Prince or witnessed events at Twin Bridge Drive that morning, please share information that could help clarify what happened.