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08/19/2026

Trussville Man Charged in Mountain Brook Fatality Crash
August 19, 2026

Mountain Brook, Alabama, USA

In the weeks following a July fatality crash on Southwood Road, Mountain Brook Police Detectives conducted a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Their investigation revealed the following:

On Saturday, July 25, 2026 at approximately 5:15am CDT, Mountain Brook Police Officers and Fire Department Personnel responded to a motor vehicle crash with injuries in the 2800 Block of Southwood Road. Officers arrived and observed what appeared to be a single-vehicle crash with several injured occupants. While officers were assessing the scene, a female occupant approached officers on foot complaining of injuries to her neck. Officers observed three more occupants within the vehicle. Mountain Brook Fire Department personnel extricated the remaining occupants, two of whom were transported to an area hospital for treatment of their injuries. As previously identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, Jacob Deshaan Thompson, 25-years-old of Moody, AL was pronounced deceased at the scene, and Ashleigh Belinda Cullars, 20-years-old of Pell City, AL was pronounced deceased on July 29, 2026 at 1:00am CDT. Mountain Brook Police Detectives worked diligently to gather all facts and evidence related to this fatal crash. The case was presented to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office on Monday, August 17, 2026, and the following warrants were issued for the driver of the vehicle:

Miles Jordan Kemp, 26-years-old of Trussville, AL

2 Counts Reckless Manslaughter (13A-6-3)
Assault - First Degree (13A-6-20)

There will be no further information released in this case.
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08/17/2026

A section of Jemison Trail across from Guilford Road remains closed to pedestrian traffic while the Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation department assesses and repairs the damages. The park is open to visitors on both sides of the compromised trail, but we ask that patrons avoid the clearly marked section until repairs are made. Enjoy the shaded trail in this heat, and stay safe!

08/14/2026

Due to a large water main break inside Jemison Park, the trail is currently CLOSED. The significant amount of water compromised two trees and part of the trail. Central Alabama Water and Mountain Brook Parks and Recreation are on scene addressing the issues. For the safety of everyone, please avoid the trail until further notice.

08/06/2026

Sgt. Freddie J. Harp made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the City of Mountain Brook 53 years ago today. Around 10pm on August 6, 1973, Sgt. Harp conducted a traffic stop on US-280 at the Red Mountain Expressway entrance ramp. His investigation revealed the vehicle was stolen, and after a brief struggle with the suspect, Sgt. Harp was shot. He did not survive his injuries. The suspect was arrested the next day with Sgt. Harp's handcuffs still attached to one of his wrists. This morning, members of the Mountain Brook Honor Guard performed a ceremony to honor and remember Sgt. Harp by lowering the flag to half staff and placing a wreath at the Fallen Officer Memorial located on Oak Street. Sgt. Harp's legacy lives on in each officer of the Mountain Brook Police Department as we strive to protect and serve with excellence.

08/05/2026

The 2nd Annual Otey's to Otey's Run will be THIS Saturday, August 8, 2026! It will begin at the Homewood Otey's at 8am and conclude at the Mountain Brook Otey's around 11. Mountain Brook Police Officers will be stationed throughout the race route inside our city limits. Runners will enter Mountain Brook on English Village Lane and wind their way through the neighborhoods until they reach the Otey's in Crestline Village. The following roadways are included in the race route, and may see occasional traffic delays: English Village Lane, Cahaba Road, Fairway Drive, Thornhill Road, Sterling Road, Ridge Drive, and Country Club Road. Please plan ahead and expect some traffic delays as we work to keep runners and motorists safe!

08/04/2026

Crews will return to Church Street tomorrow night, August 5, 2026 to finish the sewer work in front of Craft's on Church and Smith's Variety. They will begin around 7pm and hope to conclude before 6am. In the event they need more time to finish the project, they will return Thursday night at the same time. Church Street will be reduced to one lane, and the entire roadway may be temporarily closed to traffic at times. Detour signage and traffic control measures will be in place.

08/01/2026

After 23 years of dedicated service to the Citizens of Mountain Brook, Officer Buddy Large is retiring! He wishes to share a message with the community as he transitions into his next great adventure:

"I wanted to take a few moments to thank the Mountain Brook Police Department for hiring me in April of 2003, and entrusting me with the great responsibility of serving the citizens of Mountain Brook for all of these years. I personally want to thank each and every one of my fellow Officers, Command Staff, Fire Department Command staff, and Firemen for their support and friendship.

Finally, I want to thank YOU, the citizens of Mountain Brook, for allowing me to serve you. I have made many great friendships throughout the years, and I will cherish them for the rest of my life. I hope that each of you knows I did my best to serve you and your families.

You all hold a special place in my heart, and I will fondly carry all of these moments and memories into my next adventure.

May God bless each and every one of you.

Thank you again,

Officer J. Large"

07/23/2026

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101 Tibbett Street
Mountain Brook, AL
35213

Telephone

+12058022414

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http://www.mtnbrook.org/police

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