Fort Payne, Alabama — A 27-year-old man from Oxford has been indicted on capital murder charges following a double homicide that unfolded in Fort Payne. Authorities allege that Jacob Eugene Mitchum deliberately shot and killed two individuals around 5:50 p.m. on Sunday in the 1300 block of Alabama Avenue NW.
In a statement on social media, the Fort Payne Police Department confirmed their ongoing investigation into the shooting incident. They reported that Mitchum was apprehended later that same day in a different jurisdiction, although further details regarding his capture have not been disclosed.
As the community grapples with this violence, police are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward. The incident has left local residents in shock, prompting a renewed conversation around safety and crime in the area.
Law enforcement officials have not yet released the identities of the victims, and the investigation is ongoing. Support for the impacted families is a priority for the community, with local leaders offering condolences and resources to those affected.
Authorities are expected to provide additional updates as the case progresses. The judicial process will determine the next steps for Mitchum, who stands accused in what has become a tragic episode for this small Alabama town.