– Michael Kirkland arrested for sodomy of elderly victims
– Michael Kirkland connection to sodomy of elderly individuals.
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FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) – A Florence resident has been taken into custody for allegedly sodomizing two elderly victims during a burglary that took place on Saturday.
The Florence Police Department received a call about a burglary at a residence on Howell Street in Florence around 5:30 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered two elderly victims – a 79-year-old woman and a 76-year-old woman – with multiple injuries. Immediate first aid was administered to the victims before Florence Fire Rescue and Lifeguard EMS arrived on the scene.
The 79-year-old victim was airlifted to UAB Hospital by AirEvac, while the 76-year-old victim was transported to the North Alabama Medical Center. Both victims are currently receiving medical treatment at the hospital.
Law enforcement officers were able to obtain doorbell video footage of the suspect leaving the area. The suspect has been identified as Michael Joe Kirkland Jr., a 34-year-old resident of Florence. Evidence found at the scene linked Kirkland Jr. to the heinous crime.
Kirkland Jr. has been charged with burglary – 1st degree, sodomy – 1st degree, robbery – 1st degree, and assault – 1st degree. He has been placed in custody at the Lauderdale County Detention Center without bond, pending an Aniah’s Law hearing.
The investigation into this disturbing incident is ongoing, and authorities are considering additional charges against Kirkland Jr.
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Michael Kirkland arrested connection sodomy elderly victims, Michael Kirkland arrested connection sodomy elderly victims.
