Arrest made in deadly Phenix City shooting over the weekend
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- Travis Tremain Thomas arrested and charged with murder in Phenix City shooting that killed Rodney Jermane Clark on October 11.
- Police seek additional witnesses; investigation ongoing. Contact Investigator Chris Jakes or Captain Rob Isabel with information.
A man has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal shooting in Phenix City on Sunday, October 11, according to the Phenix City Police Department.
Investigators said officers responded to the 500 block of 11th Avenue South near Fourth Street on October 11, 2026, in reference to a homicide.
Upon arrival, officers located Rodney Jermane Clark suffering from a gunshot wound. Clark was pronounced dead at the scene by the Russell County Coroner’s Office.
Following an investigation, authorities identified Travis Tremain Thomas as the person responsible for the homicide. Thomas was arrested and booked into the Russell County Jail on a charge of murder.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police believe multiple witnesses have not yet come forward.
Anyone with additional information about the case is asked to contact Investigator Chris Jakes at 334-909-3924 or Captain Rob Isabel at 334-448-2836.
CNAW2News.com will continue to follow this investigation and provide updates as additional information becomes available.
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