BIRMINGHAM, AL — A quiet North Birmingham neighborhood is grappling with grief after a man was fatally shot during a domestic altercation involving his son on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The tragic incident, which unfolded in the Hooper City community, has left residents mourning the loss of a familiar figure known for his vibrant personality.

The shooting occurred just before 3 p.m. in the 3800 block of Fourth Street West, near the Hooper City Convenience Store. Birmingham Police Department officers responded to reports of a person shot and found the victim unresponsive in the street. Despite efforts by emergency responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. While the victim’s identity has not been officially released by authorities, pending notification of kin, community members have identified him on social media as a beloved local figure.

According to police, the incident began as a domestic dispute inside a home several blocks away from where the shooting occurred. The argument, involving the victim and his son, escalated and moved into the street, culminating in fatal gunfire. Officer De’Rell Freeman, a spokesperson for the Birmingham Police Department, stated that the nature of the dispute remains under investigation, with detectives working to determine the circumstances that led to the tragedy.

The victim’s son was apprehended later that day on the city’s east side and is currently being questioned at police headquarters. No charges have been announced as of Wednesday, July 23, 2025, as the investigation continues. Authorities are collecting witness statements and reviewing potential surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses to piece together the events.

The loss has deeply affected the Hooper City community, where the victim was a well-known and cherished presence. Neighbors described him as a warm, engaging individual who often brought levity to those around him. “He was someone you’d see around, always with a smile or something kind to say,” one resident shared. “This kind of thing, especially between family, it’s just devastating.”

Social media has become a space for friends and family to express their sorrow, with posts honoring the victim’s memory and reflecting on the shock of his death. The tragedy marks Birmingham’s 43rd homicide of 2025, adding to the city’s ongoing struggle with gun violence.

The Birmingham Police Department is encouraging anyone with information about the incident to contact its Homicide Division at 205-254-1765 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. As the community mourns, the investigation seeks to uncover answers for a family and neighborhood shaken by this profound loss.