Law enforcement in Alabama are on the hunt for a suspect connected to a fatal shooting in Birmingham, which investigators believe may be linked to an earlier homicide in Georgia.
The Birmingham Police Department confirmed that the incident occurred in the early hours, leaving one victim dead. Detectives are working closely with Georgia authorities to determine if the same individual is responsible for both crimes.
Details of the Birmingham Shooting:
- The shooting took place in a residential area of Birmingham.
- Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots before the suspect fled the scene.
- Police have not yet released the identity of the victim pending family notification.
Connection to Georgia Case:
Investigators revealed that forensic evidence and witness statements suggest a possible link to an unsolved murder in Georgia. The suspect is described as armed and dangerous, with authorities urging the public to report any sightings immediately.
"We are treating this as a high-priority case due to the potential interstate nature of the crimes," a Birmingham Police spokesperson stated.
Residents in the area are advised to remain vigilant as the search intensifies.
