Montgomery police have made a second arrest in the 2022 fatal shooting of 3-year-old Ja’Seyon Green, taking 27-year-old Kourtney Brisker into custody on May 1, 2025.
Brisker faces three counts of capital murder in connection with the shooting that claimed the life of Ja’Seyon Green. The charges include capital murder of a victim under 14 years old and discharging a firearm from a vehicle. The shooting occurred on February 11, 2022, when suspects fired at a vehicle carrying the young victim in the backseat.
This arrest follows the earlier apprehension of Jerome William Pettiway, 26, who was the first suspect charged in the case. Pettiway likewise faces capital murder charges and is scheduled to stand trial in August 2025.
The case has sparked significant community outrage in Montgomery, with residents demanding action against rising gun violence in the area. The tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in Montgomery, where community leaders have been pushing for stronger measures to combat violent crime.
The shooting of a young child has particularly galvanized local advocacy groups calling for improved law enforcement presence and stricter gun control measures. Detectives spent more than three years building their case against both suspects, carefully gathering evidence and witness statements before making the arrests.
The extended timeline reflects the complexity of the inquiry and authorities’ commitment to ensuring a thorough case for prosecution. The capital murder charges both suspects face are among the most serious in Alabama’s criminal code, potentially carrying severe penalties upon conviction.
The charging of multiple suspects in this case demonstrates law enforcement’s dedication to holding all responsible parties accountable for violent crimes against children. Law enforcement officials continue to explore the circumstances surrounding the shooting, though they haven’t released additional details about the potential connection between the suspects and the victim’s family.
The case remains active as prosecutors prepare for Pettiway’s upcoming trial and begin proceedings against Brisker.
