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Dauphin Street (Circle K) Homicide Investigation

Aug 14th, 2026

On Friday, August 14, 2026, at approximately 3:47 a.m., officers responded to 3251 Dauphin Street (Circle K) in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim with life-threatening injuries. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Upon further investigation, officers discovered the victim entered the business, and while inside, physically assaulted a male security guard. The security guard shot the victim during the altercation.

The subject, William Weemes, 42, was arrested and transported to Metro Jail.

If anyone has any information that could assist in the investigation of this case, please contact the Mobile Police Department at 251-208-7211. Alternatively, you can submit an anonymous tip by texting 844-251-0644 or by visiting mobilepd.org/crimetip.                                                                                                         ###