Crime
Bessemer Police Arrest Suspect in Random Birmingham Road Rage Shootings
Bessemer, AL – February 13, 2025 – The Bessemer Police Department has arrested a violent suspect following multiple road rage shooting incidents in eastern Birmingham.
Authorities say the suspect, identified as Demario Ladell Keith, had been randomly opening fire on motorists while driving a black Nissan Maxima.
The Birmingham Police Department (BPD) began investigating multiple social media reports regarding a suspect firing at vehicles in various locations across eastern Birmingham.
As part of their efforts, detectives were able to identify and locate the suspect’s vehicle.
At approximately 4:30 p.m., BPD detectives spotted the black Nissan Maxima in the parking lot of Walmart in Bessemer.
Recognizing the need for immediate backup, they contacted the Bessemer Police Department and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department for assistance.
When officers arrived on the scene, the suspect attempted to flee, leading authorities on a short vehicle pursuit before abandoning his car and fleeing on foot.
A large-scale search operation was quickly launched, with multiple law enforcement agencies from Bessemer, Birmingham, Jefferson County, Hoover, and Fairfield collaborating to establish a secure perimeter around the area.
Keith was ultimately apprehended and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities confirm that Keith was armed at the time of his arrest. He now faces a series of serious charges, including:
- Multiple counts of drug trafficking
- Possession of a firearm by a prohibited person
- Felony attempt to elude law enforcement
- Additional drug-related offenses
Bessemer Police urge anyone with additional information related to this case to contact their Criminal Investigations Division at (205) 481-4366 or Bessemer Police at (205) 425-2411. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Bessemer Police tip line at (205) 428-3541.
Authorities continue to investigate the extent of Keith’s involvement in the series of road rage shootings, as well as any additional crimes he may have committed prior to his arrest.
Crime
Edgebrook Shooting: Houston Man Fatally Shot by Son, Who Claims Self-Defense
According to investigators, the suspect remained on the scene and immediately surrendered to police.
Houston, TX – February 13, 2025 – Authorities are investigating a domestic shooting incident in the Edgebrook neighborhood, where a son fatally shot his father Tuesday night.
The suspect, a man in his 20s, is claiming self-defense, according to police.
The Houston Police Department (HPD) responded to reports of a shooting in the 500 block of Edgebrook around Tuesday evening.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a deceased male inside the residence, later confirmed to be the suspect’s father.
According to investigators, the suspect remained on the scene and immediately surrendered to police.
He informed authorities that he had acted in self-defense during an altercation inside the home.
Law enforcement officials stated that the victim’s wife (the suspect’s mother) and grandmother were inside the residence at the time of the shooting.
However, authorities have not yet disclosed further details regarding their involvement or what led to the deadly encounter.
The suspect has been taken into custody as detectives work to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
Investigators are conducting interviews with witnesses, reviewing evidence from the scene, and analyzing potential surveillance footage to determine if the shooting aligns with the suspect’s self-defense claim.
At this time, authorities have not publicly released the identities of the victim or the suspect.
Under Texas law, individuals may use deadly force in self-defense if they reasonably believe they are facing an imminent threat to their life. Prosecutors will review the case to determine if charges will be filed or if the son’s actions fall under justifiable self-defense statutes.
The investigation remains active, and HPD urges anyone with additional information to contact law enforcement.