Do you know who shot Roger to death?\u003e In the summer of 2016, a tragedy unfolded in Birmingham, Alabama, that left a family shattered and a community searching for answers. On the night of August 16th, events were set in motion that would lead to the untimely death of 31-year-old Roger Cheatham. That evening, at least three masked men forcibly entered his apartment located in the 2100 block of 31st Avenue North.
The intruders opened fire, striking both Cheatham and another man inside the residence.
The horror of the situation was compounded by the fact that Cheatham's own children were in the apartment at the time of the shooting. It was they who discovered their father and the other wounded man. Emergency services were called to the scene, and both victims were rushed to UAB Hospital for treatment. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Roger Cheatham succumbed to his injuries the following day, on August 17, 2016. The second man, fortunate to have survived, was left with the physical and emotional scars of the attack.
In the years that have passed, the case has remained an open and active homicide investigation for the Birmingham Police Department. While investigators believe they have strong leads, they have emphasized the need for community assistance to bring those responsible to justice. To date, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with the murder.
The family of Roger Cheatham continues to grapple with their profound loss. His mother, Angela, has spoken of her ongoing pain and her unwavering desire to know why her son's life was taken. The motive is believed to have been a robbery. A reward has been offered by both Crime Stoppers and the Governor's office for any information that leads to an arrest, a standing plea for anyone with knowledge of the crime to come forward and help close a painful chapter for a grieving family.
