Shooting at Birmingham football classic leaves one dead and eight injured
Police halted tailgating near the Magic City Classic after multiple guns were recovered at the scene on Saturday night.
By Ricardo Brooks ·
Violence broke out near the Magic City Classic in Birmingham, Alabama, on Saturday night, leaving one person dead and at least eight others injured. The incident occurred around 7:50 p.m. in the 400 block of Graymont Avenue, according to the Birmingham Police Department.
The Magic City Classic is the largest historically Black college and university football game in the United States. Upon receiving reports of a shooting, officers suspended all tailgating activity in the immediate area to manage the crowd and secure the scene.
Investigators recovered multiple firearms at the location. One individual was detained and transported to police headquarters for questioning. Authorities confirmed that no police officers or first responders were hurt in the incident.
As of early Sunday morning, medical staff reported one victim remained in critical condition. Seven other victims were listed in stable condition. Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett described the event as a senseless act of violence.
Pickett noted that the event places a heavy burden on local staff, saying it is extremely taxing on personnel. He stated that other law enforcement leaders quickly offered support, for which the department is grateful. Pickett praised the officers for running toward the gunfire to triage and aid the injured.
The chief emphasized the courage and resilience displayed by the team. He expressed thanks that all officers and assisting personnel were able to return to their families that night.
Source: WHPM-LD
