Press Releases

Media Release 41- Official Statement for Acting Chief Scott Thurmond

February 24, 2022

It is heartbreaking and devastating in all cases of officer involved shootings. The Birmingham Police Department would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of those involved as well as the community.  The Birmingham Police Department acknowledges how significant incidents affect the community and is fully committed to providing the highest quality of […]

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Media Release 40- Officer Involved Shooting

February 24, 2022

Officer Involved Shooting The Birmingham Police Department reports an officer involved shooting investigation is underway. The incident occurred on Wednesday, February 23, 2022. The deceased will be identified upon notification of next of kin. At approximately 5:54 p.m., officers encountered the suspect in the Tom Brown Village Housing Community. A foot pursuit ensued which led […]

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Media Release 39- Homicide Investigation 83rd Place South

February 23, 2022

Homicide Investigation The Birmingham Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation. The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. The victim has been identified as: Demetrius John-Mario Young, (30), B/M, of Birmingham, Alabama.   At approximately 6:45 p.m., East Precinct officers were dispatched to a private residence in the 500 block of 83rd Place South […]

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Media Release 38 Birmingham Police Department Honors Our Past Leaders

February 23, 2022

Birmingham Police Department Honors Our Past Leaders On Wednesday, February 23rd at 5:30 p.m., the Birmingham Police Department will be hosting our Black History Month Panel Discussion and Presentation to honor our past leaders and their accomplishments. The panel will consist of previous leaders such as Chief Johnnie Johnson Jr., Chief Annetta Nunn, Deputy Chief […]

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Media Release 37- Homicide Investigation Norwood Community

February 23, 2022

Homicide Investigation The Birmingham Police Department is conducting a homicide investigation. The incident occurred on Monday, February 21, 2022. The victim has been identified as: Joshua Isaiah Carpenter, (26), B/M, of Birmingham, Alabama. At approximately 7:15 p.m., North Precinct officers were dispatched to an apartment complex in the 1700 block of 33rd Street North on […]

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