UNIONTOWN, Ala. — On the evening of Sunday, October 12, 2025, a tragic incident occurred near U.S. Highway 80 in Uniontown, Alabama. Shermain Cain, a 21-year-old local resident, was fatally shot while seated inside his vehicle between 6:30 and 7:00 p.m. The shooting took place in a typically quiet area near Jones Lounge and the Dollar General store.
Emergency responders arrived promptly at the scene, but despite their efforts, Cain succumbed to his injuries. The Perry County District Attorney’s Office has initiated a homicide investigation, with District Attorney Robert Turner Jr. confirming that multiple individuals have been interviewed. However, no arrests have been made at this time.
This marks the second homicide in Uniontown this year, deepening the community’s grief over another life lost to gun violence. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in bringing justice for Cain and his family. Individuals can contact CrimeStoppers at (334) 215-STOP, with the assurance that all tips can remain anonymous.
As the investigation continues, the Uniontown community remains in mourning, hoping for answers and justice in the wake of this senseless tragedy.