This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He got about 300 yards from the Chevron when he collapsed in a drainage ditch. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Sheree Kennon founded the non-profit What About Us, a support group for the families of young people lost to violence, in response to the February death of her son, Detraio Whorton. Police said an argument between the suspect and Grace ended in gunshots at around 4 a.m.. Grace was found dead in the driveway of his home. He had been shot multiple times. All rights reserved (About Us). WebIn 2019, there were 39 murders in Montgomery County, Alabama. Following Areyelle Yarbough's death from a stray bullet fired during an Easter gathering at W. C. Patton Park, Rickey Smiley, a family friend, spoke out against "no-snitch" culture and offered a $5,000 reward for information. At the time of their disappearance Kimberly was 36 years of age and Haleigh was 11 years of age. Tepe Edwards, 43, died Christmas Day 2017, two days after he was shot in Birmingham's Norwood community. Neighbors told police they heard a loud explosion, but wasn't sure if it came from the car or a gunshot, Edwards said. The girls, both from Dothan, had traveled from Dothan to Midland City the night before to attend a party. The Jefferson County sheriffs office, which is tasked with investigating homicides in Fairfield and Brighton, worked 17 killings in the unincorporated area, down from 20 in 2019. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Birmingham police at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers 205-254-7777. The Jackson County Sheriffs Office went to the Whitton property, in Section, Alabama, for a welfare check, but neither Kimberly or Haleigh were there and the Deputy was told they left on June 22, 2007 and had not returned. In June the Mayor's office announced a $125,000 "Gun Violence Against Children Fund," offering $25,000 rewards through Crime Stoppers for information leading to arrests in any of the five cases in which the victims were young children. WebThe murder clearance rate hit an all-time low in 2020, and data analyzed by a nonprofit shows that trend continued last year. The truck had been peppered by bullets. Cortice Miles said officers found multiple shell casings in the parking lot of a nearby bar, and detectives are investigating the possibility that the shooting may have happened there. Youll recall the name; Jamea Harris, only 23-years old, was shot to death near The Strip in Tuscaloosa. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). In one case murder charges were filed against an accomplice of the homicide victim rather than the shooter. This is a List of Birmingham homicides in 2020. The suspect vehicle then fled the scene. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Birmingham Police have hit a dead end in the murder case of a 16-year-old girl and a 49-year-old Birmingham man killed last January, and now they are asking for your help.. Wenonah High School Student, Yasmine Wright, was struck by a stray bullet on her way home from work at the Birmingham Zoo. Ieasha Shakinna Abrams, 34, was found dead and decomposing on Oct. 4, 2017. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). "He had his hand over his face, like he was covering it.". She was last seen alive on Friday, August 26, 2011 in the 5900 block of 1st Avenue North in Birmingham, getting onto the back of a reddish motorcycle, operated by a white male. The shooting happened early that Monday morning about 5:30 a.m. in the 900 block of 23rd Street South. That was my friend,'' said friend Ashley Rogers. Anyone with information is asked to call Birmingham homicide detectives at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205254-7777. UPDATE: An arrest has now been made in the case. "This is not random,'' Edwards said. Once the blaze was extinguished, firefighters found Carter's remains. When they arrived on the scene, they weren't able to find a victim but did see evidence of a shooting. Jamea Harris had just turned 23 the month before she died. It's eating me up. Paul Hollman, pastor of Mount Mariah Missionary Baptist Church in Gate City, organized a publicity campaign using digital billboard space donated by Lamar Advertising to spread the message "Stop the Killings, Birmingham." All rights reserved. She loved her children. ", Jeremy Thompson, 30, was killed May 29 in Ensley. Thomas Hargrove, founder of the Murder Accountability Project, suggested Monday on NewsNations Rush Hour that the reason for the low clearance rate is simple: there arent enough people to solve them. AG Marshall is asking for the publics help with these unsolved cases. Shelton said drugs were found in the home, and evidence of narcotics use. On July 16, 1999, around 7:30AM workers arriving for work at the Fort Mitchell National Cemetery located off of Alabama Highway 165, Fort Mitchell, Alabama, located a black female on the side of the entrance road for the cemetery. "We know it was a homicide," said Candice's mother, Frances. There, she discovered her mother's body. WebOn May 3, 2011, around 4:30PM the body DeLange Tawon Harris, age 25, was found on the side of Athens Church Road in the Goshen Community of Crenshaw County, Alabama. He was able to tell police some of what happened. She had five children. Carter's body was also unrecognizable, and ultimately identified through dental records. A neighbor told officers he heard a gunshot outside of his home and, when he looked out of the window, he saw the victim on the ground. Bruce was found in the driver's seat suffering from a single gunshot wound to the chest area. The police department therefore acknowledges 107 chargeable homicides for the year, 4 of which were charged as manslaughter. ", Robinson, Carol (February 22, 2022) "Arrest in killing of 2-year-old Major Turner leads to largest reward payout in history of Metro Alabama Crime Stoppers. Rush was sitting in the vehicle with a man who was shot in the left jaw and left arm. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service pronounced him dead on the scene. Police say Griffin was shot in the commission of a robbery and died on scene. WebJefferson County's unsolved homicides of 2017 As of Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017, there had been 172 homicides in communities throughout Jefferson County in 2017, including 110 in West Precinct officers were dispatched about 5:25 p.m. to a house in the 1800 block of Bessemer Road on a report of a man shot. The shooting happened at 9:21 p.m. Family members said Alexander was inside the apartment, as well as one of his friends and Alexander's 71-year-old grandfather, who was sitting on the couch in the living room. on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, Montgomery police say. January 8: Yasmine Wright, 16, was struck and killed by a bullet from the same shooting. Edwards said neighbors reported hearing several gunshots the previous night and his blue 1999 Camaro, license plate number 7370AS6, was reported missing. 2020 was a very difficult year. He was pronounced Murray dead on the scene. ", Rickey Siler, 35, was shot to death June 27. Investigators learned that Jones had just arrived and was sitting in his car in front of the home there when a black Tahoe with tinted windows pulled up. "We are looking for an individual or individuals who clearly have no regard for life at all.". September 25: Jahshua Almond Rogers, 26, was found shot to death outside a vehicle stopped at a small apartment building on, October 24: Romeo Leland Bryant, 23, was shot to death in a parking lot at the, October 29: Justin Rasha Lee, 34, was found shot to death behind the wheel of a car stopped on the 2700 block of. 1999 murder of Gennice Shoma Thrash, in Fort Mitchell, Alabama. The suspects fled the scene. It appeared that she'd been dead for several days. Two suspects died before facing charges. 29 deaths were reported on Sundays, 21 on Mondays, 18 on Tuesdays, 14 on Wednesdays, 19 on Thursdays, 18 on Fridays, and 30 on Saturdays. Most recently, he operated a micropile drill rig on the I-59/I-65 interchange improvement project. 1999 murders of JB Hilton Green Beasley and Tracie Hawlett from Ozark, Alabama. Williams lived at the home where the killings took place. 131 deaths resulted from shootings, 4 from blunt-force trauma, 6 from reckless driving, and 8 from unannounced causes. Chief Smith said the police department has worked diligently throughout the year to reduce crime. One suspect in two homicides was shot to death by police and the suspect in another committed suicide. Lee was at one time a standout player for Huffman High School's football team. November 22: Eric J. Henderson, 26, was found strangled and bludgeoned to death in the kitchen pantry of a vacant unit at 14, November 30: Arthur Lee Swift, 60, was found shot to death on the 2700 block of, December 4: Terrell Malik Young, 24, was shot to death in a house on the 3500 block of, December 4: Dwquawm Arthur Leon Roberson, 27, was found shot to death in a white sedan that crashed into a utility pole on the 8700 block of, December 4: Mikael Rashad McCord Sr, 26, died at, December 5: David Desmond, 17, was shot to death on the 400 block of. The preliminary investigation shows Green was dropped off at the residence because he was looking for a vehicle that belonged to him. All four were brought into Senacs office by the two gunmen, who told the women to lie facedown. Locally, though, what we have to do is continue to partner with the existing organizations are already offering conflict resolution to our young people, continuing to invest in preventative and reentry initiatives to make sure people know there are other options outside of picking up a gun., The other thing is, if Im honest, the reckless disregard for life is at an all-time high and that is not a policing issue,' the mayor said. She was shot by a drive-by shooter. A cash reward is offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of a suspect. Glenn was previously a star basketball player at Woodlawn High School, graduating in 2013. "Our focus now is to bring the answers they need.". Later in the evening, about the time Burrell was killed, shots were heard coming from the street. More than 30 years later, Fisher's estranged wife was charged with first-degree murder. It includes homicide cases occurring within the city limits during the calendar year. The car was off to the side in an alley, and so heavily damaged that investigators initially couldn't determine the make or model. No one is in custody. Multiple homicides related to street racing and exhibition driving led Mayor Randall Woodfin to promise stricter enforcement, additional physical deterrents, and to lobby for stronger laws against organized reckless driving. A case is defined as cleared when an arrest is made or there is an exception, such as a suspected killer being dead or incarcerated for another crime. Authorities said he was in the driver's seat of his vehicle and discovered by a resident in the area who had noticed the car parked on the street earlier in the death. "Lifestyle choices are a big factor in many of our homicides. Anyone with information on any of these slayings is asked to call the investigating law enforcement agency. He may have known his killer, and so our focus now is to identify the suspect and bring them to justice.". We are committed to delivering the news in a manner that reflects the state of Alabama, its people and their values. The shooter then got back into the SUV and fled the scene. Patricia Vickerstaff, 33, of Auburn was found fatally shot in her home located in the 1400 block of Lee Road 56 at around 1:55 a.m. on Aug. 15, 2004. Anyone with information is asked to call Fairfield police at 205-786-4111 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. Thompson was shot multiple times about 7:30 p.m. at Interstate 59 and Avenue I. Birmingham's West Precinct officers responded to the scene and arrived to find Thompson lying on his stomach with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to UAB West where he was pronounced dead at 4:38 a.m. Bessemer police Sgt. August 8: Le'Briel Davis, 15, was pronounced dead at, August 17: Hernado Retion McJunkins, 39, was shot to death outside the, August 25: Kevin Lemond Devose, 47, was killed in an apparently targeted shooting as he stepped inside the. East Precinct officers were called to Murray's home at The Oaks at Springville apartments on Earline Circle about 9:50 a.m. after his girlfriend reported finding him unresponsive in a back bedroom. In all of Jefferson County, there were 183 homicides. Murder of retired UA librarian remains unsolved 10 years later. "They were all into it,'' Edwards said. It wasn't immediately clear whether they knew each other. The shooting happened shortly after 10:30 p.m. in the 500 block of 41st Street North in the city's Tom Brown Village public housing community in Avondale. 126 victims were male and 17 were female. The department lists the motive for eight of the killings as revenge, and drugs in two of the slayings. "The two individuals in the vehicle might have exited the vehicle and started a pursuit but they all vanished once the police got here." The gunman fled the scene. "We believe he knew his attacker. While en route, they were notified by a dispatcher that someone had been shot. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Manley was pronounced dead on the scene at 8:50 a.m. Polk was rushed to UAB Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 9:06 a.m. Bessemer investigated 18 homicides in 2020, up from 13 in 2019 and just eight in 2018. 58 were reported in the West Precinct, 35 in the East Precinct, 9 in the South Precinct and 22 in the North Precinct. The shooters fled in an unknown vehicle. Six to eight gunshots were fired, and Turner was pronounced dead on the scene. (, May 16: Brian Timothy Dunne, 39, a suspect in the shootings at Brother Bryan Park, was shot to death after firing at Birmingham Police SWAT team officers executing an arrest warrant at his home at the. Police found Cliatt after friends hadnt heard from him. Lt. Sean Edwards said officers arrived to find Murray lying on the floor with a single gunshot wound. Family members told detectives he was last seen at 5 a.m. Saturday when he left home to go to work. Bryan Shelton, was rushed to UAB Hospital for a gunshot wound that was said at the time be serious. Once on the scene, police found both wounded. December 8: Timmeric Leshawn Bryant, 22, who had accompanied the woman to the store, was shot to death in the same incident. There were 10 incidents in January, 15 in February, 8 in March, 15 in April, 11 in May, 11 in June, 18 in July, 13 in August, 15 in September, 13 in October, 9 in November and 12 in December. ", Riggs, Tracy (September 12, 2022) "Birmingham clergy hold revival focused on urging area young people to stop the violence. Sylvester Poole, 54, was died Nov. 1 in Ensley. "We hope this young man did not lose his life over a lighter,'' Edwards said. Police arrived on the scene to find Jordan lying on the ground suffering from what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds to the body. Bryan Shelton. Detectives believe that after the argument, the victim walked away and the suspects drove off. 131 victims were male and 21 were female. The one area where we have shown an increase is our murders,' Smith said. ", La-Corey Thomas, 15, was shot to death June 2 while in a vehicle with friends. Edwards said the connection between the shooters and Bruce remains unclear. Police said Jenkins was targeted. 2011 murder of Kamailie Laylani Oglesby, in Birmingham, Alabama. ", Daniel, Nicole S. (January 26, 2023) "Heartbroken: Moms Lose Children to Violence in Birmingham, Find Support in One Another.". Of the 183 homicides this year in Alabama's largest county, 74 remain unsolved. They both were put out of club by security guards. Marshalls office maintains a list of these cases and were sharing them with you. Miracle was in her bed inside her home at 330 12th Street S.W. Each of the six billboards also included an up-to-date count of the number of confirmed homicides in the city. WBHM.org, Robinson, Carol (December 22, 2022) "Birmingham hits 31-year homicide high with latest deadly shooting. Authorities said the lack of an arrest in a case is frustrating for detectives who work hard to bring closure to families, and it's even tougher on those families who are searching for answers and justice. WebOn Wednesday, August 31, 2011, Kamailie Laylani Oglesby, a white female, age 30, was reported missing by a friend from Birmingham, Alabama. We feel pretty confident she is not from this area, he said. said Richard Rosenfeld, lead author of the report Pandemic, Social Unrest and Crime in US Cities, Buy newspaper front pages, posters and more. Residents in the area said they heard three shots. Anyone with information is asked to call Tarrant police at 205-849-2811 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. According to the coroner's office, Henry's primary address was in Decatur, Georgia-- he was in Birmingham to visit family, and often traveled back and forth between the two cities. ", Tiara Myers and Tyron Allen, both 25, were shot to death July 25 at their southwest Birmingham home. Anyone with information should call Birmingham police at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. 45 appeared to have been targeted assaults; 3 took place during robberies; 3 were carried out in self-defense; 1 was a police shooting; 6 were the result of reckless driving, and 2 came from stray bullets. Already, investigators and supervisors hold daily crime briefings, and 72-hour briefings for homicides. Woodfin said he has spoken with mayors of other Alabama cities about the rise in murders when other crime categories have dropped. Birmingham Police Chief Patrick Smith said crime across the board dropped in the city in 2020. Antwon Hawkins, 37, was shot to death Feb. 2 in the 4100 block of Fifth Court North. This year, 51 cities of various sizes across the U.S. saw an average 35 percent jump in murder from 2019 to 2020. Christina Underwood, 19, was driving the vehicle in which Turner was riding. When officers arrived at Tom Brown Village public housing community, they found Hawkins on the sidewalk. Bryan Shelton. That low December 14: Woods' brother, Lorenzo Cole, 23, was killed in the same assault. Lewis was critically wounded on Nov. 29, 2016 at Marks Village in the Gate City community. Anyone with information should call the sheriff's office at 205-325-1450 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. 2007disappearance of Kimberly Compton Whitton and Haleigh Culwell from Section, Alabama. Edwards said most homicides stem from "people, places and behavior" - the type of person with whom a victim associates, the places he or she frequents and lifestyle. Tax bases have not kept up with the demand for services, and so theres been the slow starvation of law enforcement.. Her mother, Melinda Piatkowski, said Slater was talking to friends when she shot in the chest. Neighbors said Bennett was a rare young man for his age. "What her family wanted me to know about her is that she was a loving mother. The case is periodically reviewed, and with the advancement of technology evidence has been sent for DNA testing. Lt. Sean Edwards said Henry was traveling westbound on Avenue W when another vehicle pulled up next to him and began shooting at the Henry's car. The Opelika Police Department expects to receive a facial reconstruction of the girl soon. The technology is not only about prevention but it is equally important to solving crime because we are responsible for bring some form of justice to these victims and their families.. Birmingham police Lt. Sean Edwards said East Precinct officers were dispatched there on a report of someone shot. Vergil Angela Cook, 57, was found slain on July 21 in Birmingham. However, he said, the suspects' vehicle returned. Lakandria Rush, 34, was killed on Oct. 27 in west Birmingham. Edwards said that detectives have learned that Rush and a female friend met the male at the location to make some kind of transaction. Anyone with information on Convictions have been obtained in 2 cases, 1 of which was reduced to a reckless manslaughter charge. Once they arrived, found Moorer inside the home suffering from a gunshot wound. ", Robinson, Carol (December 7, 2021) "Birmingham mayor on 8 recent homicides: They deserve more than hearts and prayers. When they arrived, they found a Nissan Altima in the alley fully engulfed in flames. At that point, one of the suspects opened fire on the Thompson, hitting him multiple times. October 16: Cornelius Quinterryo Kennedy, 26, a food truck worker, was killed in the same dispute. Rush left behind four children. There were no witnesses on the scene. ", Johnson, Roy S. (December 29, 2022) "Were saying goodbye to 2022 but cant shed its plague of deadly violence. WebDetails of all 40 unsolved tragedies over six decades in Birmingham - from 1957 to 2017 - can be viewed in the below timeline. On May 3, 2011, around 4:30PM the body DeLange Tawon Harris, age 25, was found on the side of Athens Church Road in the Goshen Community of Crenshaw County, Alabama. "They killed my baby." Robinson and another man were standing in the courtyard talking when an unknown male suspect approached them with a rifle, said Sgt. Authorities arrested two suspects, both charged with capital murder. Charles Lee Brown, 27, was slain on Feb. 3 on Interstate 20/59 in western Birmingham. He also had a job sweeping at the local barber shop. Were in a war when you think of homicide as a conflict, and we dont have enough boots on the ground, Hargrove said. Three were small children. The shooting happened in the 10 block of Fourth Avenue North. Robert Jackson was shot to death as he got out of his caron Jan. 31, 1978. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service pronounced Nicholas dead on the scene at 5:43 a.m. Nicholas lived on Birmingham's east side, and was a father of two children. A person of interest was initially detained in the case but has not been charged. 56 were reported in the West Precinct, 52 in the East Precinct, 12 in the South Precinct and 23 in the North Precinct. Once at the home, they found the bodies of Myers and Allen, both of whom had been shot. The motive is unknown in 49 other deaths. The shooting happened sometime around 8:20 a.m. in the 800 block of Valley Road. Miracle was on the A Honor Roll. Bryan Shelton. BIRMINGHAM, AL 35201. The discovery was made just after 6 a.m. that Saturday. She was shot once in the leg, and it appears she bled out as she ran down the hill and sought help. Based on the 2020 census count of 200,733 population, that represents a homicide rate of 62.3 homicides per 100,000 residents. The other was wearing a grey sweatshirt. Nine homicides took place in apparent self defense, 15 are believed to have been domestic disputes, 23 followed verbal arguments, 3 took place during theft or robbery attempts, 7 resulted from reckless driving, 1 resulted from aggravated child abuse, and at least 40 appeared to be targeted killings. More than 60 rounds were fired toward the truck. She was concerned so she called her grandmother, who also called Vergil Cook and got no answer. We cannot do this alone. WebThe first Birmingham homicide of 2020 happened five days into the new year when 32-year-old Stacey Flournoy was found shot on the front porch of a home on 39th Court. Birmingham Fire and Rescue pronounced him dead on the scene. The investigation showed that Jordan was killed as he was leaving a friend's house. Jefferson County sheriff's deputies responded to the shooting about 6 p.m. Friday in the 200 block of First Avenue in Mulga. April 3: Desmond Burt Jr, 3, her grandson, was killed in the same incident. Calvin Sweeney, 43, was killed Oct. 13 in Tarrant. "We have a suspet or suspects who clearly lack an appreciation for life.". Hospital staff told police the victim had been shot and was being treated. That was her passion she wanted to be involved in, said DeCarla Heard. Authorities said Elliott was sitting on the front porch of his girlfriend's home in the 4200 block of 51st Avenue North when he was shot multiple times. Suspects have been identified in 65 cases, arrested in 63 and charged in 54. Authorities said two men burst into the house, ordered him to the ground and shot him in the leg. Police reported that more than 90% of the victims of criminal homicide were Black. During the shooting, there was an innocent bystander at the gas pumps who was shot once in the leg. I think part of it is where we are as a country and a community, the prevalence of guns, the easy access to guns,' Woodfin said. The witness told detectives he didn't see anyone running from the scene. Witnesses reported hearing multiple shots fired and there was evidence to corroborate that. Those who knew Carter recognized his vehicle from news reports, and said he had not been seen since in the two days prior to the discovery of his body. Bryan Shelton said the officers recognized the man as a possible vagrant who solicited money from motorists exiting the interstate. Rakeem Alexander, 22, was shot to death on Nov. 27 inside the Clairmont Avenue apartment he shared with is ailing grandfather whom he helped to care for. Relatives said they aren't sure whether that date ever happened, however, and the next they heard, the couple was dead. Authorities said it is believed Anderson was walking down the street with another person when she was shot. Griffin was a manager at the business and had arrived early that morning for a business trip. Anyone with information is asked to call Birmingham homicide detectives at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. He was later pronounced dead. We had so many plans, Janice said. He said he last saw Ross about 3 p.m. Wednesday when he took him to a nearby convenience store to get something to eat. Authorities said it appeared Bailey asked someone to borrow a lighter and, when he didn't immediately return it, an argument ensued. Edwards said. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. The problem is most cities are broke. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Willie Burrell, 34, was shot to death Friday, March 3, in the 2300 block of Cullman Avenue. The most unfortunate part is its the way people solve their conflict instead of fighting or going about their conflict in other ways., Its just an unfortunate situation were in, not only as a community but its happening across the country,' Woodfin said. There were 10 incidents in January, 6 in February, 10 in March, 13 in April, 8 in May, 8 in June, 13 in July, 12 in August, 11 in September, 9 in October, 11 in November and 13 in December. The victim was shot multiple times. WebFebruary 21: Martez Mandrell Bimbow, 20, died six hours after being shot in the chest during a gunfight that erupted from an attempted robbery. Police say Dedert had been fatally shot during the commission of a robbery. However, he said, the house had been a problem in the past with several reported shootings there. "I just want justice,'' his father, Jefferson Siler said. Birmingham police responded about 8:30 a.m. that Thursday to the 200 block of 51st Street North. 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