Crime
20-year-old Amauria Caffey killed in Birmingham shooting
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed Tuesday that 20-year-old Amauria Rardrecus Caffey was identified as the victim of a fatal shooting in Birmingham.
According to reports, Caffey was shot on the 1600 block of 5th Street North in Birmingham on Saturday, November 4, around 12:12 p.m.
First responders pronounced Caffey dead at the scene at approximately 12:45 p.m., just over 30 minutes after the initial report.
The Birmingham Police Department has since launched a homicide investigation into Caffey’s death, working to gather more information about the events leading up to the shooting.
Detectives are currently seeking leads from the public as they examine nearby surveillance footage and interview potential witnesses to identify suspects or a motive in the case.
HARRIS COUNTY, TX — A juvenile male was shot and killed in the Northwest Park area, prompting an active investigation by the Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).
Deputies responded at approximately 2:15 p.m. to reports of a shooting at a residential complex located at 10155 Bammel North Houston Road, near North Houston Rosslyn and Fallbrook Drive.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a juvenile Hispanic male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite attempts by first responders to perform CPR and lifesaving measures, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Detectives from the Homicide Division, led by Detective Jason Brown, responded to conduct the investigation.
Based on initial witness statements, deputies were able to detain a 15-year-old male suspect believed to be involved in the incident.
According to preliminary findings, investigators believe the shooting may have occurred during a possible drug-related transaction.
At this stage, no additional suspects are believed to be involved.
Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) are processing evidence, while detectives continue to review surveillance footage from the apartment complex and interview witnesses.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been formally confirmed, though authorities believe they have located potential family members.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional details will be released as they become available.