Crime
59-year-old Richard Freeman killed after shooting in southwest Birmingham neighborhood
Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred late Sunday afternoon in a southwest Birmingham neighborhood.
The victim has been identified as 59-year-old Richard Dwayne Freeman, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office.
Freeman was a resident of Birmingham.
Birmingham police officers were dispatched at approximately 4:00 p.m. to a residence in the 3500 block of Maple Avenue following reports of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located Freeman suffering from a gunshot wound.
He was transported by Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service to UAB Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
“Detectives are doing everything they can to determine what led to this tragic situation,” said Officer De’Rell Freeman in a statement.
A suspect was taken into custody shortly after the incident. Multiple residents in the area reported that the person detained is the victim’s adult nephew, though police have not officially confirmed that detail.
No additional information regarding charges or motive has been released.
This incident marks Birmingham’s 74th homicide of the year. Across Jefferson County, there have been 106 homicides recorded, including those within city limits.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Birmingham Police detectives at 205-254-1764 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
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.