Foley Police Arrest Suspect in Brother Shooting Case

R. Ken Cooper • May 15, 2024

Assault Charges Filed After Man Shoots His Brother

Foley, Ala. – (OBA) – A Foley man was arrested and charged with assault after shooting his brother during an altercation on Monday. According to the Foley Police Department, 28-year-old Deion McMillan was shot in the leg by his brother, Quave McMillan, 31, at their family property on Airport Road.

The incident occurred around 1 p.m. on May 13. Officers found Deion McMillan with a gunshot wound. He was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola for treatment and is currently in good condition.

Quave McMillan fled the scene before police arrived. An arrest warrant was issued, and he was taken into custody on May 15 at the same property where the shooting took place. He has been charged with assault in the first degree, a felony.

The police department stated that the shooting is part of an active investigation, along with another incident that occurred on the property last week. No further details were provided regarding the previous incident.

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