One dead and nine wounded after Magic City Classic shooting
Police secured Legion Field area after multiple firearms were found near Graymont Avenue West.
By Tessa Cooper ·
A shooting on the evening of November 1, 2026, left one person dead and nine others injured in Birmingham, Alabama. The violence erupted after the Magic City Classic football game between Alabama A&M and Alabama State. Birmingham Police reported the incident occurred in the vicinity of the 400 block of Graymont Avenue West.
Officers arrived at the scene around 7:50 p.m. on Saturday. Upon arrival, they discovered multiple victims with gunshot wounds. Police secured the perimeter to allow Birmingham Fire and Rescue to provide medical aid. Officials immediately suspended all tailgating activities and advised the public to avoid the Legion Field property where the game had taken place.
By early Sunday morning, medical status reports indicated one victim remained in critical condition. Seven other injured individuals were listed in stable condition. Authorities confirmed that no police officers or first responders were hurt during the response.
Investigators recovered multiple firearms from the scene. One person was detained and transported to Birmingham Police headquarters for questioning. Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett described the incident as a “senseless act of violence.” He expressed gratitude to the various agencies that provided support during the initial response.
The investigation involved assistance from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the Vestavia Hills Police Department, the FBI Birmingham field office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. The U.S. Attorney’s Office also joined the effort. Mayor Randall Woodfin issued a statement on Saturday night, echoing the term “senseless violence” to describe the event.
Police are actively seeking video footage from witnesses. Individuals with recordings can submit them to Birmingham Police detectives or Crime Stoppers. Submitters may remain anonymous. The public can contact detectives at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777 with additional information.
