Lipscomb, AL – A homicide investigation is underway in Jefferson County after a 29-year-old man was fatally shot Sunday evening in the city of Lipscomb, according to authorities.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the 6600 block of Avenue K at approximately 6:44 p.m. Sunday after receiving reports of a person who had been shot. When deputies arrived, they found a 29-year-old male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Lipscomb Fire & Rescue transported the victim to Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham for emergency treatment. Despite lifesaving efforts, the man was pronounced deceased shortly after arriving at the hospital, authorities confirmed.
Investigators have not yet released details about a possible suspect, motive, or the circumstances leading up to the shooting. The victim’s identity has also not been made public, pending notification of next of kin.
The case remains an active and ongoing homicide investigation, according to the sheriff’s office. Detectives are continuing to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses in the area.
Officials are urging anyone who may have seen or heard anything related to the incident to contact law enforcement. Tips can be reported directly to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
Lipscomb is located in western Jefferson County, just southwest of downtown Birmingham. Residents in the area are encouraged to remain aware of their surroundings as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information, no matter how minor it may seem, is asked to come forward.
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