Selma Woman Shot by Boyfriend Who Later Commits Suicide in Perry County

A tragic incident unfolded on Monday morning in Selma, Alabama, leaving a woman critically injured and her boyfriend dead from an apparent suicide. The Selma Police Department reported responding to a call around 7:30 a.m. regarding a shooting on Dallas County Road 44. Upon arrival, officers found a 36-year-old woman, who remains unidentified, suffering from a gunshot wound to the neck.

The victim was immediately transported to Vaughan Regional Medical Center, where she is currently receiving treatment. Authorities identified the suspect as 39-year-old Raymond Averett of Faunsdale, believed to be the woman’s boyfriend.

The situation escalated when Perry County Sheriff Billy Jones received a call shortly after the Selma shooting. His department responded to Ocmulgee Church Road, just across the Dallas County line, where they discovered Averett with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Sheriff Jones confirmed that Averett’s death was ruled a suicide and stated that the incident was directly connected to the earlier shooting of his girlfriend.

The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but authorities have noted that Averett had a criminal history and was recently released from jail. The investigation is ongoing as police work to piece together the circumstances leading up to the tragic events.

Sheriff Jones mentioned that Averett’s parents were present at the scene of his death, adding another layer of heartbreak to this tragic situation. Both the Selma Police Department and the Perry County Sheriff’s Office are continuing their investigation.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the devastating impact it can have on families and communities. As authorities dig deeper into the case, they hope to shed more light on what led to this senseless act of violence.

As the woman continues to fight for her life, the community remains in shock, grappling with the aftermath of a tragedy that has left two lives shattered and a family grieving. Police urge anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as they work to bring clarity and justice to this heartbreaking situation.