I-Team investigates how hoax 911 calls divert critical resources, risking public safety
Swatting and hoax calls are putting a significant strain on emergency services with potentially deadly consequences.
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"Swatting" incident investigated in Sumiton
A large law enforcement presence in Sumiton Tuesday was found to have originated from a prank call. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office reported the SWAT team and other first responders arrived ...
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Sumiton police chief talks consequences of 'swatting' calls after fake hostage situation
The Sumiton Police Department is investigating a prank phone call about a fake hostage situation. Just after 1 p.m. Tuesday, at least eight law enforcement agencies, including Sumiton Police ...
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Swatting call of fake shooting, hostage situation brings onslaught of police to Sumiton
A report of a deadly shooting and possible hostage situation inside a Sumiton home turned out to be a swatting call. Shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday, Sumiton police received a disturbing 911 call ...
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Sumiton Fire and Rescue now able to administer blood during transit
SUMITON, Ala. ( WBRC) - Sumiton Fire and Rescue launched its Prehospital Blood Program initiative this week. EMS will now ...
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Sumiton Fire and Rescue new lifesaving program
Sumiton Fire and Rescue is launching a 'Prehospital Blood' program for trauma patients. Sumiton Fire and Rescue is taking an ...
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Addison continues hot streak with rout of Eagles
Addison showed why its one of the hottest teams in Class 1A on Tuesday, taking down Sumiton Christian 82-53 on the road.
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Owens competing for state DYW title
Mary Ellis Owens, a senior at Sumiton Christian School, who was named the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman of Walker County in September, is competing this weekend at the 2025 Distinguished Young Woman ...