Martez Taylor

Murdered
Case Description
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On May 4, 2016, at approximately 1:30 AM, Birmingham police responded to a report of a person down in the Ensley neighborhood. Upon arrival, officers discovered 31-year-old Martez S. Taylor lying on the ground next to an orange and blue Oldsmobile. He appeared to have been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene by Birmingham Fire and Rescue.

Witnesses reported seeing Taylor driving around the block several times before the shooting occurred. They recalled hearing an argument followed ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Martez Taylor

    Male

    Black / African American

    Birmingham

    AL

    2016-05-04

    31

    Martez

    Taylor

    11/25/2024

    Forum Posts (2)
    Is anyone aware of any podcasts that discuss the Martez Taylor murder case? I'm interested in learni... ...Read More
    11/15/2024
    I'm wondering if anyone has any theories on the murder of Martez. The case has been baffling investi... ...Read More
    11/07/2023
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