One Dead, Eight Wounded in Birmingham Shooting After College Football Game

Birmingham police reported one death and eight other gunshot injuries following a shooting on Saturday night near the Magic City Classic. The incident occurred in the 400 block of Graymont Avenue West, where officers arrived around 7:50 p.m. to find multiple victims lying on the ground.

Following the initial response, police secured the area to allow Birmingham Fire and Rescue to treat the injured. By early Sunday morning, officials stated that one victim remained in critical condition while the other seven were listed as stable. No police officers or first responders were hurt in the incident.

The shooting took place during the Magic City Classic, a football game between Alabama A&M University and Alabama State University held at Legion Field. Authorities immediately suspended all tailgating activities and urged the public to stay away from the property while the scene was processed.

Police recovered multiple firearms from the location. One individual was detained and transported to the Birmingham Police headquarters for questioning. The investigation has involved assistance from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Vestavia Hills Police Department, the FBI Birmingham field office, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office.

Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett described the event as a “senseless act of violence” during a news conference. He expressed gratitude to the various agencies that assisted at the scene. Mayor Randall Woodfin also issued a statement Saturday night, using similar language to describe the incident.

Detectives are asking the public for help in solving the case. The police department is requesting any video footage from the shooting and has promised that submitters will remain anonymous. Residents with information can contact detectives at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.