On June 23, 2025, the man responsible for the 2023 crash that seriously injured Pelham Police Officer Elizabeth Minter was sentenced in court. Shaquille Montgomery received 15 years for assault, 10 years for leaving the scene of a crash with injuries, 10 years for possession of a controlled substance, and 1 year for possession of marijuana. The sentences will run concurrently.
Officer Minter was directing traffic at a crash on I-65 southbound near mile marker 242 shortly after midnight on July 1, 2023, when she was struck by a speeding vehicle. The collision caused extensive injuries, requiring multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery process. A mother of three, Minter has faced a long road of physical therapy and rehabilitation.
While the sentencing provides a measure of closure in the legal process, the emotional and physical toll of the incident remains deeply felt by Officer Minter, the Pelham Police Department, and the community. Her strength, resilience, and continued dedication to public service have been a source of inspiration. The City of Pelham remains committed to supporting Officer Minter and her family through her recovery.