Birmingham Police Investigate Possible Home Invasion Homicide in Eastlake Area

By Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Police Department has launched a thorough investigation into a suspected homicide in the Eastlake area, with indications pointing towards a potential home invasion. The incident occurred on Saturday, January 6, 2024, as reported by Officer Truman Fitzgerald. The victim has been identified as Ledaron Pope, a 43-year-old resident of Birmingham.

The Birmingham Police Department received a distressing call reporting a person shot in the 8400 block of 7th Avenue South around 5:05 p.m. that day. Responding swiftly, East Precinct officers arrived at the scene and discovered the lifeless body of Ledaron Pope, who appeared to have suffered a gunshot wound. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel also arrived promptly but unfortunately pronounced Pope dead on the scene.

Officer Truman Fitzgerald provided insight into the ongoing investigation, stating, “The preliminary investigation strongly suggests that the victim may have been shot during a home invasion.” The police statement, however, did not clarify whether the deceased individual was the suspected perpetrator involved in the potential home invasion.

As of now, no suspects have been apprehended, leaving the Birmingham Police Department actively searching for leads and gathering evidence to bring justice to this tragic incident.