Crime
31-year-old Literrance Bratton killed in Birmingham shooting
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in the Ensley neighborhood, leaving one man dead and a suspect in custody.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 31-year-old Literrance Leon Bratton, a resident of Birmingham.
The shooting took place at approximately 11:53 p.m. in the 2700 block of 30th Street in Ensley.
According to Sgt. LaQuitta Wade of the Birmingham Police Department, a nearby officer heard gunfire and observed two individuals attempting to flee the scene in a vehicle.
The officer initiated a short vehicle pursuit, which concluded near Aaron Aronov Drive and Valley Road in Fairfield.
One suspect was apprehended without incident and taken into custody.
Preliminary findings indicate that the shooting stemmed from a verbal altercation between Bratton and the suspect, which escalated into gunfire.
Bratton was transported to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 1:08 a.m. Monday.
The suspect is currently being held on a 48-hour felony extension at the Birmingham City Jail as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
No additional details, including the suspect’s identity, have been released at this time.
The investigation remains active, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Birmingham Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.