BIRMINGHAM, AL – A tragic shooting in the Fountain Heights neighborhood of Birmingham on Thursday night claimed the life of 29-year-old Kejuan Kenneth Evans Gibson. Authorities are actively investigating the incident as they search for answers.
Birmingham police responded to multiple reports of gunfire around 8:22 p.m. in the 1400 block of 12th Avenue North, near Oak Hill Cemetery. Upon arrival, officers discovered Gibson lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound. Emergency responders from Birmingham Fire and Rescue administered life-saving efforts at the scene before transporting Gibson to UAB Hospital. Despite their efforts, Gibson was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Preliminary investigations suggest that Gibson had been involved in a dispute with an unidentified individual shortly before the shooting. Authorities believe Gibson resided in the area, though details surrounding the nature of the argument remain unclear. Police are working to piece together the events leading up to the fatal encounter.
At this time, no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made. Investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward. The Birmingham Police Department is relying on assistance from the community to shed light on the incident and help bring justice to Gibson’s grieving family.
This fatal shooting is the latest in a series of violent incidents affecting the community. Local leaders and law enforcement continue to call for greater cooperation from residents in addressing the root causes of violence and fostering safer neighborhoods. Authorities are hopeful that public input will lead to a breakthrough in the investigation.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Birmingham Police Department or Crime Stoppers. Tips can remain anonymous and could prove crucial in helping investigators solve the case. As the community mourns Gibson’s loss, efforts to address the violence that has gripped the area are more critical than ever.