From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Police Department (BPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday, July 16, at approximately 5:00 p.m.
Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim dead.
The victim will be identified upon notification to the next of kin.
“The preliminary investigation suggests the victim was involved in an argument at the residence involving a firearm,” Officer Truman Fitzgerald said. “During the argument, the victim was shot. Details at this time are unclear; however, detectives are speaking with witnesses from the scene. Detectives seek any additional witnesses to come forward.”
Authorities ask if there is anyone who has information pertaining to the case, contact the BPD Homicide Unit at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
This is Birmingham’s 68th murder investigation of 2022, including six justifiable death investigations.
The story will be updated when more information is available.