BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – As the city of Birmingham and leaders in Montgomery discuss a potential crime suppression unit after this weekend’s mass shooting, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is explaining how a similar initiative is working in the Capital City.
The Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit in Montgomery was created in June, and includes agents from the city, county, and state law enforcement.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency told WBRC Wednesday this is a specialized task force, meaning local law enforcement in Montgomery do not have to request their assistance. Authorities with ALEA can just jump right in…