Birmingham, AL, August 29, 2025

News Summary

Birmingham authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of 16-year-old George Camarius Daniel, a Huffman High School junior, who was killed at an apartment complex. A second teen was injured. A suspect has been arrested and charged with capital murder, highlighting rising gun violence in the area. Daniel’s family describes him as a kind individual with promising dreams, and his tragic death has deeply affected the community. Authorities are seeking information from the public to aid the ongoing investigation.

Birmingham Teen George Camarius Daniel, 16, Killed in Shooting; Suspect Arrested

Birmingham authorities are investigating the tragic shooting death of 16-year-old George Camarius Daniel, a junior at Huffman High School, who was killed on August 23. The incident took place at an apartment complex on Huffman Road, where Daniel was found unresponsive outside of a vehicle shortly after 4 p.m. Birmingham Fire and Rescue pronounced him dead at 4:30 p.m.

In addition to Daniel, a second teenage male victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was subsequently taken to UAB Hospital for medical treatment. Officer De’Rell Freeman suggested that several individuals may have been gathered at the scene for an unidentified reason prior to the shooting).

On the same day as the incident, authorities arrested 20-year-old Adrian Sikweya Nyaberi, who has been charged with capital murder in connection with Daniel’s death, as well as attempted murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle. Nyaberi is currently being held without bond at the Jefferson County Jail pending further legal proceedings.

Details of the Incident

Police received reports of a traffic crash in the 1000 block of Huffman Road, which prompted the dispatch of officers to the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered Daniel outside the vehicle. While the motive for the shooting remains unclear, the incident marks the 53rd murder investigation in Birmingham for the year 2025, highlighting an alarming trend of increasing gun violence in the area.

Community Reaction

Daniel’s family is mourning the loss of their beloved son, nephew, and friend. His aunt described him as a kind and caring individual who enjoyed laughter and dancing. She emphasized that he was well-loved and had ambitions, such as working hard to buy his own car while managing his school responsibilities. He was reportedly on his way to work when the shooting occurred.

Daniel was actively involved in his high school’s JROTC program. The tragedy of his death has struck the community hard, as he was a bright young man with a promising future ahead of him.

Call for Information

In light of this ongoing investigation, authorities encourage anyone with information regarding the shooting to reach out to Birmingham Police Detectives at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. A reward is being offered for useful tips that could assist in resolving this case.

Background Context

Gun violence has been a growing concern in Birmingham, with this incident underscoring the dire need for community action and intervention. The local authorities have been focusing efforts on addressing crime in the area, but cases such as Daniel’s bring to light the challenges faced in reducing violence among youth.

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Additional Resources

• AL.com: Student Remembered
• Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
• WBRC: Suspect in Custody
• Google Search: Shooting Investigations in Birmingham
• ABC3340: Homicide Investigation
• Google Scholar: Growing Gun Violence
• WVTM13: Teen Shooting Report
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Violence
• Trussville Tribune: Victim Identified
• Google News: Capital Murder in Birmingham

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