Montgomery, Alabama – A shocking incident unfolded on Saturday in Montgomery, Alabama, as Judge Johnny Hardwick was reportedly shot by his own son, Khalfani Hardwick, during a heated altercation, leaving the judge in serious condition. Khalfani Hardwick, a convict with a history of violence, allegedly fired at his father inside their Montgomery home, leading to a swift investigation by the county sheriff’s office.
The details surrounding the domestic incident that led to the shooting remain unclear, but authorities quickly identified Khalfani Hardwick as the suspect in the shooting. After allegedly shooting his father, Khalfani Hardwick fled the scene in a truck, which he later abandoned near a local fire department. However, he was apprehended just 45 minutes later, only a mile away from where the vehicle was found.
Despite being taken into custody as a suspect, Khalfani Hardwick has not yet been charged with a crime. Meanwhile, Judge Johnny Hardwick underwent surgery for the serious injuries he sustained from the gunshot wound, according to Assistant Chief Wesley Richerson. The extent of the injuries and the circumstances of the attack were not disclosed by the police.
This tragic incident sheds light on Khalfani Hardwick’s violent past, including a previous conviction for fatally shooting another man in 2014. In exchange for admitting to the crime, he had his attempted murder charge downgraded to second-degree assault, avoiding serving any prison time for the case. This history of violence adds a chilling layer to the recent events involving Judge Johnny Hardwick and his son.
Judge Johnny Hardwick has been a respected member of the 15th Judicial Circuit in Montgomery since 2001 and was appointed as the president of the Alabama Association of Circuit Court Judges just last August. The shocking shooting incident involving his son has undoubtedly sent shockwaves through the local community and legal circles, prompting calls for a thorough investigation and swift justice. The implications of this family tragedy on the judicial system and the community at large remain to be seen as authorities work to uncover the motives behind Khalfani Hardwick’s alleged actions.