In a tragic turn of events on a summer evening, 71-year-old Lee Ross of Birmingham, Alabama, was killed in a double homicide. The shooting, which also claimed the life of his friend, 62-year-old Daryl Maurice Jones, unfolded on Saturday, July 15, 2023, in the Ensley neighborhood of Birmingham.
The incident occurred around 9 p.m. in the 1200 block of 29th Street, when gunfire erupted, striking both Ross and Jones. Birmingham police and fire medics were dispatched to the scene, where they found the two men unresponsive. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, both Ross and Jones were pronounced dead from their injuries.
Early investigations by the Birmingham Police Department suggested that the shooting may have stemmed from a domestic dispute. However, as of the initial reports, no suspects had been taken into custody, and the investigation was ongoing. The loss of both men was a shock to their families and the community, who mourned the sudden and violent end to their lives.
Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting or any potential suspects. The investigation into the deaths of Lee Ross and Daryl Maurice Jones continues as police work to bring those responsible to justice.
