43-year-old Victor Barnes is in Mobile Metro Jail this morning after authorities arrested him yesterday for shooting his own wife in the head.

According to the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office, Barnes forced his way inside the home on Clairmont Road in Semmes and shot his wife with a shotgun.

Their children were inside the home during the shooting, and one of the children placed the 9-1-1 call. The shooting occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

The wife, Lakesha Barnes, remains in the hospital and is listed in critical condition.

Victor Barnes is expected in court tomorrow. He has been charged with attempted murder and domestic violence (harrassment).