Homicide Investigation in West Birmingham


The Birmingham Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation. The incident occurred on Monday, July 20, 2026.
The victim will be identified upon notification to the next of kin.

At approximately 10:42 p.m., West Precinct officers responded to 1017 Tuscaloosa Avenue SW after receiving a ShotSpotter notification indicating approximately 16 rounds had been fired. While officers were en route, the call was updated to a report of a person shot.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male lying on the ground, unresponsive and suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service personnel responded to the scene and pronounced the victim deceased.
The preliminary investigation has revealed that residents in the area heard multiple gunshots and observed the victim lying on the ground unresponsive. A witness then contacted 911 to report the incident.

There is no one in custody. The investigation is still ongoing. Additional details will be provided as it becomes available.

If there is anyone who has information pertaining to the case, please contact the B.P.D. Homicide Unit @ 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers @ 205-254-7777.