Lawrence Thomas

Murdered
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On March 19, 2016, 23-year-old Lawrence Thomas was killed in a car-to-car shootout just before 10:00 PM on the 8200 block of 3rd Avenue South in Birmingham, Alabama. Investigators determined that Thomas had initiated the shooting and was killed in self-defense.

This incident was part of a broader pattern of violence in Birmingham during 2016, a year that saw 109 homicides within the city limits. Of these, ten were ruled justifiable by prosecutors, including Thomas's case. The city aver ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Lawrence Thomas

    Male

    Black / African American

    Birmingham

    AL

    2016-03-19

    23

    Lawrence

    Thomas

    Substantiated

    11/25/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    Is there a Facebook page dedicated to Lawrence that I can follow to stay updated on community events... ...Read More
    09/06/2024
    I am devastated to learn about the tragic death of Lawrence. My heart breaks for their loved ones an... ...Read More
    05/20/2023
    Hello all,
    I am reaching out to urge anyone who may have information about the murder of Lawrenc... ...Read More
    01/11/2023
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