Birmingham Shooting Ruled Justifiable, Local Man Dead

Birmingham, September 11, 2025

News Summary

The shooting of 33-year-old Tedarius Montez Seawright in Birmingham has been ruled as justifiable after an altercation. Birmingham police announced no criminal charges will be filed, as evidence presented to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office indicated the shooting occurred in self-defense during a break-in. The shooter, the boyfriend of the woman residing in the apartment, had a confrontation with Seawright, who was the woman’s ex-boyfriend. This tragic incident marks Birmingham’s 58th homicide of the year.

Birmingham Shooting Ruled Justifiable, Local Man Dead

The shooting death of 33-year-old Tedarius Montez Seawright in a Birmingham apartment has been ruled justified following an altercation. On Wednesday night, Birmingham police announced that they will not file criminal charges regarding the homicide.

Detectives presented evidence to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office earlier in the day, which found the circumstances surrounding the shooting to be justifiable. Officers arrived at the Elyton Village public housing community late Tuesday night at approximately 11:50 p.m. following reports of a break-in. Upon reaching the scene, they discovered Seawright had been shot and he was pronounced dead at the location.

The shooter is believed to be the boyfriend of the woman residing in the apartment where the incident occurred. Seawright was reportedly the ex-boyfriend of this woman. Evidence suggests that a physical altercation transpired between Seawright and the shooter inside the apartment, which ultimately led to the fatal gunfire.

Following the incident, the shooter remained at the scene until law enforcement arrived. He was subsequently taken to police headquarters for questioning. This incident marks the 58th homicide recorded in Birmingham this year. In total, there have been 89 homicides in Jefferson County, including the figures from Birmingham. Notably, one incident in 2024 involved a victim who was shot but died in 2025, contributing to the overall tally.

Details of the Incident

• Time of Incident: 11:50 p.m. on Tuesday
• Location: Elyton Village public housing community
• Victim: Tedarius Montez Seawright, 33
• Shooter: Boyfriend of the woman living in the apartment
• Relationship: Seawright was the ex-boyfriend of the apartment resident
• Outcome: Seawright pronounced dead at the scene
• Homicide Count: 58 in Birmingham, 89 in Jefferson County

Context and Implications

This incident now adds a significant case to Birmingham’s growing homicide rate, highlighting ongoing challenges within areas of the community. The police assessment framed the shooting within the context of self-defense as a result of the altercation, determining that the actions taken by the shooter were justified given the circumstances surrounding the break-in.

As law enforcement and local authorities continue to address safety and violence within Birmingham and surrounding areas, incidents like this raise concerns about domestic violence and the security of residents in public housing communities. Birmingham city officials are expected to focus on strategies to reduce crime and promote safety among its residents moving forward.

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Additional Resources

• AL.com: Deadly Domestic Shooting in Birmingham
• Wikipedia: Homicide in the United States
• WVTM13: Father-Son Shooting Justifiable in Birmingham
• Google Search: Domestic Violence Statistics
• ABC3340: Deadly Shooting in Birmingham Ruled Justifiable
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Domestic Violence
• WBRC: Homicide Investigation After Argument in Birmingham
• Google News: Birmingham Shooting
• 1819 News: Justified Jabari Peoples Shooting
• Google Scholar: Criminal Justice in Alabama

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