From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Police Department (BPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday, April 24, at approximately 6:10 p.m.
Birmingham Fire and Rescue responded to the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The victim will be identified upon notification of next of kin.
“The preliminary investigation suggests the victim was shot in the 2300 block of 7th Ave North and ran to the park located at 600 25th Street North where he collapsed,” Sergeant Rodarius Mauldin said. “A person of interest was detained and will be questioned by detectives.”
The story will be updated when more information is available.