From the Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM – A Birmingham man was shot and killed while sitting inside a vehicle on Thursday, May 11, 2023.
The victim, Erskin Irvin Jr., 37, of Birmingham was observed inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound.
Officers arrived on the scene and Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim deceased.
The preliminary investigation suggests the victim’s family heard shots being fired outside their residence. They went outside and discovered the victim inside his vehicle.
The victim is believed to have been targeted.
There is no one in custody.
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.