BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBMA) – Several people were shot shortly after 7:50 p.m. Saturday at Legion Field, Birmingham police said. The shooting happened hours after the Magic City Classic football game.
Police initially said the shooting happened near the 400 block of Graymont Avenue. Officers and detectives were investigating and police said they could not confirm the condition of the victims.
Police have not said how many people were injured, what led to the shooting or whether a suspect has been identified. BPD said it will update media as more information becomes available.
Woodfin condemns shooting
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said the shooting left the community “hurt, shaken and rightfully angry.” He condemned the violence, saying no argument, argument or misunderstanding could justify it on a night of celebration.
“There is no argument, no disagreement, no misunderstanding that can justify this level of senseless violence on a night of celebration,” Woodfin said. “But hear me clearly: We refuse to let fear shake the spirit of this community.”
Woodfin called the Magic City Classic one of Birmingham’s most treasured events and said its HBCU traditions are rooted in family. He said the community was grieving and supporting neighbors facing “unimaginable pain.”
“Tonight, as a family, we are in mourning,” he said. “And just like our family, we will stick together to get through this tragic night.”
Woodfin said the investigation remains active and promised the city will continue to seek justice. “We will not relent in our efforts until justice is swiftly served for this senseless violence,” he said.
Police suspend tailgating
Birmingham police have suspended all tailgating at the Magic City Classic and asked everyone to leave stadium property as soon as possible. Police also urged people not to go to Legion Field.
Police ask public to share video
Birmingham police are asking anyone with video of Saturday’s shooting at Legion Field to submit it to investigators. The department said people who submit images will remain anonymous. You can submit a video by clicking here.
Past shootings near Legion Field
Gunshots were also reported near Legion Field over the past few Classic weekends.
In 2014, a person was shot in a parking lot near Graymont Avenue and Center Street after the game.. The person’s injuries are not life-threatening, according to ABC 33/40 archives.
On October 25, 2024, the day before that year’s matchBirmingham police responded to two separate shootings near Legion Field, about an hour apart. One person was injured in a shooting at a residence in the 800 block of West Seventh Street. Police said the injuries were not life-threatening. The previous shooting occurred in the 200 block of Eighth Avenue West. Reports have drawn no connection between either filming and the Classic.
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