From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Police Department (BPD) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Thursday, Dec. 22, at 9:04 p.m.
“Upon arrival, West Precinct officers observed an adult male at the location suffering from multiple gunshot wounds,” Sergeant Monica Law stated.
Birmingham Fire and Rescue arrived at the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
“The suspect was taken into custody on the scene, and he was placed on a 48-hour investigative hold at the Birmingham City Jail,” Law stated. “Homicide detectives will present information to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office for an assessment.”
The victim will be identified upon notification to the next of kin.
Authorities ask anyone who has information pertaining to the case to contact the BPD Homicide Unit at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
This is Birmingham’s 132nd murder investigation of 2022, with 10 justifiable death investigations.
The story will be updated when more information is available.