A toddler was found unharmed inside of a Hoover house where a couple was found dead by a family member Tuesday morning. Police arrived at a house on Highland Manor Court around 9 a.m. The husband and wife were found shot and killed, according to police. The 3-year-old was unharmed.The woman has been confirmed as Christina Chambers by WBRC News Director Shannon Maze. “We are heartbroken to confirm the death of former WBRC reporter Christina Chambers,” Maze said in a statement to WVTM 13. “Christina was a valued member of our newsroom and a beloved colleague whose warmth, humor, and passion for sports left a lasting impact on everyone who worked with her.”Christina was an accomplished journalist and athlete who brought energy, professionalism, and genuine care to her work. She was especially proud of her ties to UAB, high school sports, and her community. We are praying for Christina’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”Chambers was a former WVTM 13 intern in 2009 and 2010. Neighbor Charles Maple expressed his sorrow, saying, “She was just a beautiful person. And, she was a great athlete. And she’s, she loved her new job. Love what she did in the past. You always talked about it, you know, was the kind of person that, you know, she was special. You know, I’m 80 years old now, and I’ve seen a lot of people. But you always come across somebody when, you know, they got it and she had it.”Hoover police are still investigating the incident and are expected to provide an update on the investigation later this evening.Investigators believe the deaths may be a murder-suicide and there is no threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing, but Hoover police are expected to provide an update Tuesday evening.This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available. Stay updated on the latest stories with the WVTM 13 app. You can download it here.
A toddler was found unharmed inside of a Hoover house where a couple was found dead by a family member Tuesday morning.
Police arrived at a house on Highland Manor Court around 9 a.m. The husband and wife were found shot and killed, according to police. The 3-year-old was unharmed.
The woman has been confirmed as Christina Chambers by WBRC News Director Shannon Maze.
“We are heartbroken to confirm the death of former WBRC reporter Christina Chambers,” Maze said in a statement to WVTM 13. “Christina was a valued member of our newsroom and a beloved colleague whose warmth, humor, and passion for sports left a lasting impact on everyone who worked with her.
“Christina was an accomplished journalist and athlete who brought energy, professionalism, and genuine care to her work. She was especially proud of her ties to UAB, high school sports, and her community. We are praying for Christina’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
Chambers was a former WVTM 13 intern in 2009 and 2010.
Neighbor Charles Maple expressed his sorrow, saying, “She was just a beautiful person. And, she was a great athlete. And she’s, she loved her new job. Love what she did in the past. You always talked about it, you know, was the kind of person that, you know, she was special. You know, I’m 80 years old now, and I’ve seen a lot of people. But you always come across somebody when, you know, they got it and she had it.”
Hoover police are still investigating the incident and are expected to provide an update on the investigation later this evening.
Investigators believe the deaths may be a murder-suicide and there is no threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing, but Hoover police are expected to provide an update Tuesday evening.
This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available. Stay updated on the latest stories with the WVTM 13 app. You can download it here.
