Week In Review: Headlines From July 2-7

BIRMINGHAM, AL - Although Independence Day celebrations were the main focus in the Birmingham metro this past week, several other stories made headlines in the area.

Here are some of the most newsworthy events that occurred during the week of July 2-7:

Missing Swimmer's Body Recovered At Oak Mountain State Park

The body of a man who was reported missing Wednesday night was found in the lake at Oak Mountain State Park after a two hour search.

Trailblazing Judge Helen Shores Lee Dies

Judge Helen Shores Lee, the first African American woman to serve on the Jefferson County District Court, passed away Monday morning at the age of 77.

Woman Who Left Dog To Die In Hot Car Charged With Felony

A woman who left her dog in her car in a Walmart parking lot is facing felony charges after the dog died of heat stroke. Stephanie Shae Thomas, 34, of Trussville has been charged with a felony warrant in connection to the July 4 incident, according to the Trussville Police Department.

JeffCo Sheriff's Detectives Investigate Domestic Violence Case

An adult female reported that her estranged husband had broken into the house and attempted to sexually assault her. She was armed with a handgun and shot him in the leg to fend him off.

Bessemer Man Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On I-59

A 49-year-old Bessemer man died in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 59 in Jefferson County Thursday night.

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