News Summary
The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide after a man was found shot at a residence in the Central Park neighborhood. Dispatched officers discovered the victim unresponsive with a gunshot wound, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators are looking into the circumstances surrounding the death, which appears to be linked to a robbery. Authorities have not yet identified any suspects and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
Birmingham Police Investigating Homicide of Man Found Shot in Central Park Neighborhood Home
Birmingham Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred in the Central Park neighborhood of Birmingham. The tragic incident was reported at a residence located at 1755 50th Street in Ensley on Friday afternoon.
Officers were dispatched to the scene just before 2 p.m. following a call regarding a person down. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male lying unresponsive inside the home with an apparent gunshot wound. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel pronounced the victim dead at the scene. His identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin, and the specific cause of death remains under investigation.
A family member found the victim inside the home after checking on him. Reports indicate that there was a significant amount of time between the man’s death and the moment his family member arrived. Evidence at the crime scene suggests that the area had been “shot up,” with indications of missing money. Investigators did not observe any signs of forced entry into the home.
The shooting occurred near Central Park Elementary School, but police have asserted that students were not at risk during the incident. Investigating officers have confirmed that the victim had been deceased for at least a day prior to being found. The precise timing of the shooting is still being investigated.
Context of the Investigation
As of this date, Birmingham has experienced a total of 33 homicides in 2025, with 49 homicides recorded across Jefferson County this year. The current case highlights the ongoing challenges the Birmingham Police Department faces regarding community safety and crime prevention.
Authorities are actively investigating the matter but have not yet identified any suspects related to this homicide case. They are encouraging anyone with information pertinent to the investigation to reach out to the homicide unit at 205-254-1764. Additionally, tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
This is an ongoing investigation, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available. The Birmingham Police Department is focused on uncovering the facts surrounding this tragic event, hoping to bring closure to the victim’s family and restore a sense of security to the community.
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Additional Resources
- WVTM 13: Birmingham Police Investigate Homicide in Central Park Neighborhood
- Google Search: Birmingham Police Homicide Central Park
- AL.com: Woman Finds Husband Dead in Shot-Up West Birmingham Home
- BBC: Crime and Safety in Birmingham
- MSN: Woman Finds Husband Dead in Shot-Up West Birmingham Home
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Murder
