From staff reports
BIRMINGHAM – The Birmingham Fire Department pronounced an undisclosed victim dead upon arrival last night from what appeared to be a gunshot wound to the body.
Officers responded to the 2300 Block of 7th Way NW around 11 p.m. to find the victim lying in the car. The identity of the victim will be released upon notification of immediate family.
According to authorities, the ongoing investigation has revealed that arguing was heard in the area followed by a gunshot. Moments later, a black male was seen exiting the vehicle and running away.
Detectives are investigating the crime as a homicide, according to reports from the Birmingham Police Department.
Anyone with information relative to the case is encouraged to contact the Birmingham Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 254-7777.