FROM STAFF REPORTS

MONTEVALLO–At 1:15 a.m. on Monday, June 6, deputies responded to the Almont Community, near Montevallo, on a report of a stabbing. Deputies found a male unresponsive and began CPR, trying to save his life.

Witnesses led deputies to the suspect, 33-year-old Latasha Nicole Smith of Montevallo.

Deputies took Smith into custody at the scene and later charged her with the murder of 40-year-old Keith Fulgham of Montevallo. Smith is in the Shelby County Jail on a $75,000 bond.

“Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Mr. Fulgham, whose life was taken far too early. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office will continue to strive to partner with the community where this murder took place, in the hopes of increasing safety and reducing crime,” said Shelby County Sheriff John Samaniego.

Anyone with more information about the crime is urged to contact the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office directly at 669-4181, the Secret Witness line at 669-9116, or through the website at Shelbyso.com by clicking on the “Report Criminal Activity” link and choosing “General Information.”

If convicted, Smith could face up to life in prison.