Birmingham, AL, August 24, 2025

News Summary

Birmingham is grappling with a series of homicide investigations following two fatal shootings. One suspect, Harold Dailey, has been arrested in connection with the murder of John Byron Roulaine, while De’Corlion Keshaun Robinson faces charges for the death of assistant football coach Demetrice Darnell Beverly. Police are urging the community to assist them in solving related ongoing investigations and emphasize their commitment to justice.

Birmingham Homicide Investigations Lead to Arrests in Two Fatal Shootings

A homicide investigation is currently underway in Birmingham following a tragic incident that left one man dead and another injured. This incident unfolded shortly after 4 p.m. on a Saturday in the 1000 block of Huffman Road. Police responded to reports of a traffic accident, only to find a deceased male victim at the scene alongside another man who had sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The injured man was swiftly transported to UAB for medical attention. Authorities have yet to make any arrests in connection with this shooting and have not disclosed additional information. Investigators are urging anyone with relevant details to reach out to Birmingham detectives at 205-254-1764 or contact Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.

In a separate ongoing investigation, a suspect identified as 35-year-old Harold Dailey has been arrested in Louisiana and charged with capital murder regarding the fatal shooting of 51-year-old John Byron Roulaine. Roulaine was shot and killed on August 11 in the parking lot of a building located in the 5500 block of First Avenue North around 5 a.m. Initially, law enforcement could not determine Roulaine’s cause of death; however, a post-mortem examination confirmed he had been shot. At the time of the incident, Roulaine was an employee of ADW Temporary Staffing and was waiting to go to work when the suspect approached. After the shooting, Dailey fled to New Orleans, resulting in a fugitive investigation led by Birmingham’s Crime Reduction Team, with support from the FBI. He was arrested without incident and is currently held at the Orleans Parish Justice Center awaiting extradition.

Additionally, a third case has been reported involving De’Corlion Keshaun Robinson, a 23-year-old charged with murder and unlawful possession of a machine gun conversion device in the death of 39-year-old Demetrice Darnell Beverly. Beverly, who served as an assistant football coach at Parker High School, was shot on August 13 in the 1100 block of Lakeshore Ridge. Authorities found Beverly unresponsive in an apartment bedroom, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Robinson has been granted a bond of $165,000 that includes $150,000 for the murder charge and $15,000 for the weapons charge. His attorney has suggested that the case may justify a manslaughter charge instead of murder. Beverly’s family was present in court to support Robinson’s bond recommendation, and Robinson’s mother has initiated a GoFundMe to assist with legal expenses.

The Birmingham Police Chief has reiterated the department’s commitment to pursuing justice in cases of violent crime, emphasizing that offenders will be held accountable irrespective of where they attempt to flee.

Background Context

Violent crime continues to be a pressing issue within the Birmingham community, prompting law enforcement agencies to enhance their investigative efforts and improve collaboration with federal entities to address these incidents effectively. The consequences of these tragic events not only impact the victims’ families but also resonate throughout the community, highlighting the urgency for public cooperation and involvement in crime prevention efforts.

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Additional Resources

• WVTM 13: Birmingham Police Investigating Deadly Shooting
• Wikipedia: Homicide
• ABC 3340: Homicide Investigation Launched on Huffman Road
• Google News: Birmingham Homicide
• Trussville Tribune: Juvenile Arrested in Birmingham Shooting
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Murder
• WBRC: Bond Granted to Suspect in Shooting Death of Birmingham Coach
• CBS 42: Birmingham Homicide Suspect Arrested in New Orleans

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