A 19-year-old Alabama man allegedly fatally shot his wife inside a hospital on Sunday shortly after she gave birth to their first child in a suspected case of murder-suicide. The incident took place at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital, where authorities are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
Background
According to WTVM, Precious Johnson, 24, was a patient at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital when her husband, Kynath Terry Jr., 19, shot her multiple times inside the facility. The coroner said Terry died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the confrontation with his wife, ending the incident.
Terry's mother told the news outlet that her son and Johnson were having marital problems, and that Johnson did not want his family at the hospital when she gave birth to their first child. However, Terry's mother said there was no indication that their issues would escalate to violence before the shooting took place.
The Investigation
The hospital was placed on lockdown for several hours following Sunday's deadly shooting to secure the premises. No other injuries were reported among patients or staff during the lockdown, and safety protocols were activated immediately.
Law enforcement agencies are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of both the victim and the suspect. Hospital officials said they are cooperating with the ongoing investigation led by local authorities to determine the full timeline of events.
Key Takeaways
- Precious Johnson was 24 years old at the time of the incident.
- Kynath Terry Jr. was 19 years old and died by suicide.
- The incident occurred at Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital.
- No other injuries were reported during the hospital lockdown.
What's Next
Further details regarding the investigation may be released as authorities continue to gather evidence. The case remains open as officials process the scene at the hospital. Updates on the investigation will be provided as more information becomes available in the coming days.