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At Least 4 Killed, ‘Dozens’ Injured in Mass Shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, Suspect in Custody**

Suspect in string of violent crimes apprehended by police

At least four people were killed and dozens more were injured in a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama on Saturday, according to law enforcement officials. The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Michael Brandon Hill, was taken into custody a short time after the incident. Police say that Hill is suspected of involvement in a string of violent crimes in the city in recent weeks, including a carjacking and a robbery. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation.

Victims transported to local hospitals

The shooting occurred at the Huffman Road Walmart around 6:05 p.m. on Saturday evening. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing people running for cover. Police arrived on the scene and found multiple victims with gunshot wounds. The victims were transported to local hospitals, where four were pronounced dead. The identities of the victims have not yet been released.

Suspect apprehended after brief foot chase

After the shooting, Hill fled the scene on foot but was quickly apprehended by police after a brief foot chase.

Police say that Hill is a convicted felon with a history of violent crime.

He is currently being held in the Jefferson County Jail without bond.

Investigation ongoing

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them.

City officials offer condolences and support

City officials have offered their condolences to the victims and their families.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said in a statement:

"This is a senseless and tragic act of violence that has taken the lives of innocent people," Woodfin said. "Our hearts go out to the victims and their families. We will do everything we can to bring the person responsible to justice."

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway said that the shooting is a reminder of the need for stricter gun control laws.

"We have to do something to stop these senseless killings," Pettway said. "We need to get these guns out of the hands of criminals."

Conclusion

The mass shooting in Birmingham is a tragic reminder of the ongoing problem of gun violence in the United States. The incident has left four people dead and dozens more injured. The suspect is in custody and the investigation is ongoing.