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Willie Antwon James

Case from Birmingham, AL dated Oct 07, 2025

Victim Details

Willie Antwon James

Male

Black / African American

Birmingham

AL

2025-10-07

20

Willie

Antwon James

06/28/2026

Case Description

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Willie Antwon James, a 20-year-old Black male, lost his life to gun violence on October 7, 2025, in Birmingham, Alabama. The incident that led to his death unfolded on Golden Crest Circle, prompting an investigation by the Birmingham Police Department.

Initially investigated as a homicide, further details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting were reviewed by the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office. Following this review, the shooting was determined to be justifiable.
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  • https://www.wbrc.com: Jefferson County District Attorney rules shooting death of 20-year-old man in Birmingham was justifiable
  • https://www.cbs42.com/news/crime/birmingham-police-investigating-homicide-on-golden-crest-circle/
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