Brandon Montez Mcilwain dies in fatal Hoover, Alabama shooting

Brandon Montez Mcilwain dies in fatal Hoover, Alabama shooting

Fatal Hoover, Alabama shooting death of Brandon Montez Mcilwain – Obituary

On Christmas Eve night, the Hoover Police Department began investigating a homicide on Rime Village Drive. Authorities responded to a 911 call around 10:59 p.m. and discovered 35-year-old Brandon Montez Mcilwain of Birmingham suffering from a gunshot wound.

A 29-year-old suspect was apprehended at the scene. Mcilwain was transported to a hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.

Investigators believe the incident stemmed from a physical confrontation between Mcilwain and the suspect, which escalated when the suspect discharged a firearm multiple times, striking Mcilwain at least once.