Media Release 193- Homicide Investigation- 5th Place Northwest
Homicide Investigation
The Birmingham Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation. The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
The victim has not been identified.
At approximately 2:10 p.m., East Precinct officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1300 Block of 5th Place Northwest on report of Human Remains Found.
Officers arrived at the residence and then learned the homeowner discovered human remains on his property, possibly brought on his property by his dogs.
The Jefferson County Medical Examiner’s Officer took custody of the victim’s remains; the Jefferson County Medical Examiner’s Office performed an autopsy that revealed the victim was shot.
Anyone with information about the case, please get in touch with the B.P.D. Homicide Unit @ 205-254-1764 or remain anonymous and receive a cash reward by dialing Crime Stoppers @ 205-254-7777.
Crime Stoppers pays tipsters cash rewards of up to $5,000 for their tips.
This is Birmingham’s 95th murder investigation of 2024 with 8 justifiable death rulings.
The Birmingham Police Department adheres to FBI Uniform Crime Reporting guidelines set for all law enforcement agencies across the United States. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting guidelines do not require law enforcement agencies to include justifiable death investigations in the total homicide investigations counts.
**The information is based on a preliminary and ongoing investigation, which continues to evolve as investigators interview witnesses, review physical and electronic records, and analyze forensic evidence. The Department’s understanding of the facts and circumstances may change as additional evidence is collected and analyzed**
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Media Release 193- Homicide Investigation- 5th Place Northwest
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