In the late summer of 2021, the life of Artez McGowan Jr., a 21-year-old male, was tragically cut short on August 29th in Birmingham, Alabama. He was the victim of a drive-by shooting in the Pratt City neighborhood. The incident prompted an investigation by local law enforcement, which led to the identification and apprehension of a suspect.
Following the shooting, a 17-year-old was taken into custody and subsequently charged with capital murder in connection with McGowan's death.
The teenage suspect's name was not publicly released due to his age. The case then moved into the judicial system to determine the outcome of the charges brought against the accused.
Services to remember and honor the life of Artez McGowan were held in the days following his death. A viewing was held, followed by a funeral service at New Beginning Christian Ministries in Birmingham, with his burial taking place at Oakland Cemetery.
