Crime
22-year-old Ty’Keem Moore found shot to death in west Birmingham neighborhood
Nearly 50 shots were fired.
A young man lost his life in a tragic shooting that occurred late Tuesday night in a west Birmingham neighborhood, where authorities report nearly 50 shots were fired.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 22-year-old Ty’Keem Dishad Moore.
According to the Birmingham Police Department, officers responded to a report of a person shot at approximately 11:45 p.m. in the 1800 block of Princeton Court S.W. Alley.
Upon arrival, they discovered Moore lying off to the side of an alley, deceased from at least one gunshot wound.
Authorities believe the incident began earlier in the evening. At 10:10 p.m., officers were dispatched to the same neighborhood following three separate ShotSpotter alerts indicating a total of 49 rounds fired in the 1800 block of Princeton Court.
During their initial response, officers located shell casings and noted gunfire damage to two vehicles and a residence. However, no injuries were reported at that time.
More than an hour later, officers were called back to the scene when Moore’s body was discovered, reportedly by a family member. Investigators believe Moore may have attempted to flee after being shot but ultimately collapsed in the alley.
This tragic incident marks the 147th homicide in Birmingham in 2024, breaking a two-week streak without a fatal shooting in the city. Of these 147 homicides, 11 have been ruled justifiable and are not considered criminal.
Additionally, one was an officer-involved shooting, and two were from prior years with the victims succumbing to their injuries in 2024. Across Jefferson County, there have been a total of 187 homicides this year, including those in Birmingham.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact Birmingham Police detectives at 205-254-1764 or reach out anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting and bring those responsible to justice.
On the evening of January 17, 2025, Iron County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 call reporting gunfire targeting a vehicle.
Upon arrival at the intersection of Midvalley Road and 4300 West, law enforcement and Gold Cross Ambulance found a 17-year-old female driver critically injured inside her vehicle.
Deputies began life-saving efforts immediately while paramedics prepared for her transport to Cedar City Hospital.
Despite their combined efforts, the young victim tragically succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.
Crime scene experts and investigators from the Iron County Sheriff’s Office quickly arrived to process the scene.
Early findings suggest the victim’s vehicle was being pursued by an unknown vehicle for several miles before the incident.
The suspect pulled alongside the victim’s car and fired multiple gunshots, striking the driver. This caused the victim to lose control of her vehicle, which left the roadway, crashing through a vinyl fence before coming to rest approximately 100 feet northwest of the intersection.
The Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information from the public to aid in the investigation.
Between 10:15 PM and 11:00 PM, investigators believe a small red pickup truck was being followed closely by a dark-colored truck or SUV on Lund Highway near 1600 North and Midvalley Road or heading west on Midvalley Road toward the Three Peaks Campground area.
Witness accounts or surveillance footage of this activity could provide critical leads.
Additionally, residents or business owners along Lund Highway or Midvalley Road with surveillance camera footage from that time frame are encouraged to contact authorities.
If you have any information regarding this incident or footage, please contact the following numbers:
- Iron County Sheriff’s Office: 435-867-7500
- Cedar Dispatch (Non-Emergency): 435-586-9445
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. We also express our sincere gratitude to the Cedar City Police Department, Enoch City Police, the Department of Public Safety, Cedar City Fire Department, and the dedicated personnel of Gold Cross Ambulance for their quick response and assistance.
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to ensuring public safety and pursuing justice for the victim. We ask for the community’s assistance in bringing the perpetrator to justice.