BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- The Birmingham Police Department is investigating a homicide in the 1700 Block of Pearson Avenue SW.
Just after 6 p.m. on Wednesday, West Precinct officers responded to a call of a person shot. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male gunshot victim with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers then discovered a second victim suffering life-threatening injuries.
Community members and officers performed life-saving aid on the second victim. Birmingham Fire and Rescue arrived on the scene, and both victims were transported to UAB Hospital.
The second victim died from his injuries.
A preliminary investigation revealed that the deceased victim had been involved in a verbal altercation with a third adult male. Shots were fired, and the suspect fled the scene.
Officers discovered a person of interest at the scene, who was then taken into custody. The person of interest will be interviewed at BPD headquarters.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact BPD at 205-254-1764, or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.