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Birmingham Police Urge Community to Assist with Recent Robberies

Community members discuss safety measures with a Birmingham police officer.

News Summary

Birmingham police are seeking public assistance in solving a series of robberies that have disturbed the community. Incidents include an assault at M&N Package Store and a gunpoint robbery linked to Facebook Marketplace. The department emphasizes the importance of community involvement and offers safe meeting spots for transactions to enhance safety. Additionally, two teens have been charged in connection with a separate shooting incident. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to help keep Birmingham safe.

Birmingham Police Seek Public Help in Recent Robberies

Birmingham’s Community Banding Together

Hey there, Birmingham! It seems the local police are asking for our help with some recent robberies that have rattled our community. If you’ve got any information that could crack these cases, it’s time to lend a hand and make your city a safer place!

Assault and Robbery at M&N Package Store

First up, we have an incident that occurred on December 28 at the M&N Package Store, located at 2330 Pearson Avenue Southwest. In this disturbing episode, a man physically assaulted a store associate and made off with cash. After the robbery, he fled on foot. The police are seriously trying to locate this suspect.

If you happen to know anything about this individual, the Birmingham Police Department wants to hear from you! You can contact Crime Stoppers at (205) 254-7777. Your tips can remain completely anonymous, and you could earn up to $5,000 for your help. That’s a nice little incentive, isn’t it?

Another Robbery Linked to Facebook Marketplace

700 block of 81st Place South. Here’s a heads-up for anyone looking to make a purchase through Facebook Marketplace—a man showed up to buy a 2015 Chrysler 200 and ended up being robbed at gunpoint instead!

The victim was instructed to pay in cash, but at the scene, he was confronted by two individuals—an accomplice and the car seller. Fortunately, police later caught up with the suspects, Briana Bonds (23) and Earron Bryant (28), in the 7500 block of 67th Courtway South. They’re now facing serious charges of first-degree robbery and are currently being held in the Jefferson County Jail without bond.

Safety Reminder for Transaction Meetups

In light of these events, the Birmingham Police are reminding everyone that they offer safe meeting spots at all four precincts and their headquarters for any transactions. It’s always better to keep safety a priority!

Teens Charged in Homewood Shooting Incident

Jacob Ja’mar Cottrell (19) and Augustus Emanuel Bozman Jr. (18), have been charged in a shooting that injured two women in Homewood. This incident took place around 10:30 p.m. in the parking lot at Valora at Homewood apartments. The victims were found inside a vehicle, seriously injured, and at least one remains hospitalized. Cottrell has multiple serious charges, including attempted murder, while Bozman is also charged with first-degree robbery.

Robbery Suspect from Nails Convenience Store

Nails Convenience Store that occurred on November 19. Armed with a gun and sporting a camouflage jumpsuit and black ski mask, the suspect was caught on camera holding the cashier at gunpoint! Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama at (205) 254-7777. Remember, your information can be anonymous!