Shooting Death In West Birmingham Under Investigation

BIRMINGHAM, AL — Birmingham police are investigating a shooting that killed 21-year-old Travars Wages. The incident occurred Jan. 30 at 2:30 a.m. at 2726 Pearson Avenue Southwest.

Sgt. Johnny Williams of the Birmingham Police Department said officers found Wages lying on his side and suffering from a gunshot wound. Birmingham Fire and Rescue reported to the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital for treatment. Wages died Wednesday from his injuries.

Investigators learned that the victim had just walked outside before he was shot, Williams said. No suspects are in custody.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact the Birmingham Police Department at 205-254-1764.