22 Sep 2024 | 07:13 AM UTC
US: Police responding to shooting in the Five Points South area of Birmingham, Ala., overnight Sept. 21-22 /update 1
Four killed, dozens injured following shooting near 2000 Magnolia Ave., Birmingham, Ala., US, late Sept. 21. Tight security in area.
At least four people were killed and dozens injured in a mass shooting near the 2000 block of Magnolia Avenue in Birmingham's Five Points South area in Alabama late Sept. 21. Officials state that multiple shooters fired shots at a group of people just after 23:00. Authorities have not yet announced any arrests or the motive behind the incident; they will likely release more information in the coming hours.
Heightened security and disruptions to transport and business will likely continue in the affected area as the police operation continues.
Avoid the scene of the shooting until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and lingering disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
