Crime
Bria McNeal-Williams Fatally Shot During Reported Burglary at Birmingham Residence
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A 20-year-old woman was shot and killed Thursday afternoon at a residence in Birmingham’s South Pratt community during what authorities say may have been a burglary in progress.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Bria Danielle McNeal-Williams, a resident of Center Point.
Birmingham Police responded to the 2000 block of 10th Street shortly after 12:15 p.m. following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located McNeal-Williams in the back doorway of the home suffering from a gunshot wound.
She was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to preliminary findings, a male resident contacted authorities reporting that an unknown individual was inside his home moments before gunfire erupted.
Investigators say multiple shots were fired, and the man remained at the location when officers arrived.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed Friday that the incident occurred during a suspected residential burglary.
At this time, investigators have not determined whether there was any prior connection between McNeal-Williams and the shooter.
Police confirmed that the man involved has been taken into custody. His identity has not yet been released, and no charges have been announced as the investigation continues.
Detectives are urging anyone with information to contact Birmingham Police at 205-254-1700. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
This remains an active and developing investigation.
Further updates will be released as details become available.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.