Gulf Shores Police release name of last night's shooter

R. Ken Cooper • March 28, 2023
Rafiq Shmare Joel Bradley of Fairhope

Gulf Shores, Ala. - (OBA) - The Gulf Shores Police Department has released details regarding last night's shooting incident, identifying the suspect as 21-year-old Rafiq Sh'mare Joel Bradley of Fairhope, Alabama. Bradley is facing several charges including Attempted Murder, Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling, Disorderly Conduct, and Reckless Endangerment. Following treatment for his injuries, the victim has been released from the hospital.


Press Release: The Gulf Shores Police Department has identified the suspect in last night’s shooting as 21 year old Rafiq Sh’mare Joel Bradley of Fairhope Alabama.


Rafiq Bradley is being charged with Attempted Murder, Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling, Disorderly Conduct, and Reckless Endangerment.  The victim was released from the hospital early this morning after being treated for his injuries.  Two additional adults and one juvenile have been charged with disorderly conduct stemming from the altercation.


Detectives are actively investigating this incident and additional charges may come at a later time.  All subjects involved are believed to be residents of Baldwin County.


The Gulf Shores Police Department would like to extend our thanks to the Baldwin County Sherriff’s Office, The Orange Beach Police Department, The Gulf State Park Law Enforcement, The Foley Police Department, and The Daphne Police Department for their assistance with this incident.


The Gulf Shores Police Department is asking anyone who was a witness or captured footage of the incident to please contact us at 251-968-2431.

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