Tragic Shooting at Audubon Park Apartments: Two Men Found Shot, Suspect Identified as Adrian Reeves

Tragic Shooting at Audubon Park Apartments: Two Men Found Shot, Suspect Identified as Adrian Reeves

Daphne, Alabama — April 29, 2025

A quiet morning in the typically peaceful city of Daphne was shattered by a shocking act of violence. In the early hours of Tuesday, law enforcement officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Audubon Park Apartments, a residential complex located off U.S. Highway 98. Upon arrival, officers discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds. The incident has left the community reeling and authorities urgently piecing together the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Emergency Response and Initial Findings

According to officials with the Daphne Police Department, the call came in shortly before 6:00 a.m. Residents in the area reported hearing several loud gunshots, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement. When officers arrived at the scene, they found two male victims in the parking area of the apartment complex. The victims, whose identities have not yet been released pending family notification, were alive but in critical condition.

Emergency medical services were dispatched swiftly. Paramedics provided on-site stabilization before rushing the men to a nearby hospital. As of this report, the conditions of the victims remain undisclosed, though police have confirmed that both sustained life-threatening injuries.

Suspect Identified: Adrian Reeves

Authorities have identified the suspect in the shooting as Adrian Reeves, a 28-year-old man with ties to the Daphne area. Reeves is believed to have fled the scene shortly after the shooting, and a manhunt is currently underway.

Police have not yet disclosed a motive but stated that Reeves is considered armed and dangerous. Local and federal agencies, including the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office and the U.S. Marshals, are assisting in the search. Residents are urged not to approach Reeves if spotted and instead call 911 immediately.

“We are doing everything we can to locate Mr. Reeves and bring him into custody without further incident,” said Daphne Police Chief David Carpenter during a midday press briefing. “Our thoughts are with the victims and their families as we work diligently to ensure justice is served.”

A Community on Edge

The incident has left many residents of the Audubon Park Apartments—and the broader Daphne community—shaken. Neighbors described waking up to the sound of sirens and being startled by the heavy police presence.

“This is not something we’re used to around here,” said Rachel McIntyre, a resident of the complex for over five years. “It’s usually so quiet. I can’t believe something like this would happen just steps from where my kids sleep.”

Local schools in the area were briefly placed on a soft lockdown as a precaution, though police have since confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public. Patrols around the neighborhood have been increased, and investigators spent much of the day canvassing the area for surveillance footage and eyewitnesses.

Ongoing Investigation

The Daphne Police Department is continuing its investigation and urges anyone with information related to the shooting or the whereabouts of Adrian Reeves to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through the department’s tip line or via the Crime Stoppers website.

Authorities are also appealing to residents in the area to review home surveillance footage between 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. for any suspicious activity that may aid the investigation.

Community Support and Reactions

In response to the tragedy, local officials and community leaders have expressed their support for the victims and their families. Counseling services are being made available to residents of the apartment complex and others affected by the incident.

Mayor Robin LeJeune released a statement saying, “We are heartbroken by this senseless act of violence in our community. Our thoughts are with those injured and their loved ones. We will support our police department and ensure every resource is directed toward finding the individual responsible.”

Conclusion

As Daphne grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event, the focus remains on locating the suspect and ensuring the victims receive the care they need. While questions remain about what led to the shooting, one thing is clear: the community stands united in the face of this tragedy, committed to healing and justice.

Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the Daphne Police Department at (251) 620-0911.

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