Demetrius Cortez Trannon Identified as Victim in Deadly Birmingham Shooting; Suspect in Custody
Birmingham, AL (BuzzReport) – A tragic confrontation on Saturday night, June 21, 2025, ended in the death of 34-year-old Demetrius Cortez Trannon, who was fatally shot on the front porch of a home in the 1900 block of 5th Avenue South. Authorities confirm that the suspect remained at the scene following the shooting and was taken into custody by Birmingham Police for further questioning.
According to investigators, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 11:45 p.m. and found Trannon unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity.
Preliminary findings indicate the fatal shooting stemmed from an argument between Trannon and the suspect, which escalated into violence. While the exact details of the dispute are still being investigated, police do not believe the act was random. Instead, they are treating it as a targeted incident that tragically ended with Trannon’s death.
The suspect’s identity has not been publicly released, and no formal charges have been announced at this time. However, Birmingham Police continue to collect evidence, interview witnesses, and review any available video footage to piece together what led to the deadly encounter.
“This appears to have been a personal dispute that turned violent,” a spokesperson for the department said. “We are working diligently to uncover the full scope of what happened.”
Residents in the area are being urged to come forward with any additional information or footage that might help detectives further their investigation. Tips can be submitted directly to the Birmingham Police Department or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Friends and loved ones of Demetrius Cortez Trannon are mourning his sudden loss, remembering him as a man with a powerful presence, a generous heart, and deep ties to the community. Tributes have begun to pour in on social media, expressing shock, heartbreak, and a desire for justice in the wake of his senseless death.
As the investigation remains active, the city waits for more answers — and closure — in a case that has once again highlighted the devastating toll of violence in the community.