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.
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (Baltimore County) — Authorities are investigating a multiple-victim stabbing that left two people critically injured in Owings Mills.
According to preliminary information, Baltimore County Police and emergency medical personnel responded to the 12300 block of Greenspring Avenue following reports of a stabbing.
Upon arrival, first responders located two victims suffering from severe stab wounds, both classified as priority-one patients.
Emergency crews requested a medical helicopter due to the seriousness of the injuries.
A landing zone was established at Ridge Road and Greenspring Avenue.
One victim was transported by medevac, while the second victim was transported by ground ambulance to a nearby trauma center.
Initial reports indicate that the caller may have stabbed both of his parents.
Police confirmed that a possible suspect has been detained at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or the suspect.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.