Former Murderer Faces Federal Kidnapping Charges in Alabama

Birmingham, Alabama, July 31, 2025

News Summary

Larry Evans Lowe, a convicted murderer from Alabama, has been charged with federal kidnapping after a disturbing incident with a Texas woman. The allegations include threats and violence during a road trip from El Paso to Alabama, prompting an investigation by the FBI. Lowe, who was released from prison after serving 25 years for murder, now faces serious new charges that could lead to significant prison time.

Birmingham, Alabama – A 45-year-old convicted murderer from Alabama, Larry Evans Lowe, is facing federal kidnapping charges after a disturbing incident involving a Texas woman and her family. The allegations stem from an ordeal that unfolded over several days, beginning on July 14, when Lowe reportedly demanded the woman buy him a bus ticket back to Alabama following an argument.

Lowe, who was released from prison after serving 25 years for a 1999 murder conviction, is accused of threatening the woman and her children during what became a harrowing road trip from El Paso, Texas, to Bessemer, Alabama—spanning approximately 1,200 miles. The FBI was alerted to the situation on July 17, prompting an investigation into Lowe’s actions.

The Incident

The trouble began when the woman, who had met Lowe through Facebook, agreed to purchase a bus ticket for him but indicated that she would do so the following day. This delay provoked Lowe, who had traveled from Birmingham to El Paso to see her, leading to a confrontation. After staying with her for 17 days, the situation escalated as the woman drove Lowe to a bus station.

During the car ride, Lowe allegedly pulled out a gun and fired a shot at the woman’s brother, narrowly missing him, before turning the weapon on the woman. He reportedly forced her to drive towards Alabama while threatening her children, including verbal threats of violence.

Allegations of Violence and Abuse

Lowe’s behavior during the car ride was marked by a series of violent actions. He is accused of:

• Firing at least four shots inside the vehicle.
• Pouring alcohol on the woman and attempting to light her hair on fire.
• Burning her with cigarettes and physically assaulting her sons, resulting in a broken nose for one child.
• Threatening sexual violence by coercing the woman into performing acts on her brother.
• Exposing himself to the children.

Despite the risk, the woman felt unable to alert authorities during the trip due to fear for her family’s safety. The ordeal ended once they arrived in Bessemer, where Lowe reportedly forced her to withdraw $400 from an ATM before allowing them to leave.

Arrest and Charges

Lowe was arrested in Birmingham on July 16 for unrelated charges involving firearm possession and drug offenses. Following his arrest, he was taken into custody by federal authorities due to the kidnapping allegations. He now faces serious charges that could lead to significant prison time if convicted. Lowe is scheduled to make his first court appearance regarding the kidnapping case on Friday.

Background Context

Before this incident, Lowe had a checkered past, leaving prison after being convicted of murder and facing scrutiny for a separate stabbing incident involving an inmate while incarcerated. His most recent actions have raised alarm not only due to their severity but also because it involves a family, drawing attention to the implications of violent crime and the risks posed by individuals with criminal histories.

Upcoming Court Proceedings

With his arraignment set for Friday, observers are keenly awaiting details about the case as it progresses through the federal judicial system. The severity of the charges may bring harsher penalties given the nature of the allegations and Lowe’s previous criminal record.

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Additional Resources

• WBRC News
• Wikipedia: Kidnapping
• AL.com
• Google Search: Larry Evans Lowe
• CBS 42
• Google Scholar: Kidnapping news
• WSFA
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Violent Crime
• NBC 15
• Google News: Kidnapping

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