Homicide victim identified in Birmingham

The Birmingham Police Department has identified the victim of a homicide that occurred last Wednesday.

According to officers, 18-year-old Devontae Jones was found on Wednesday night around 11 p.m. in the 1100 block of 25th Street in Ensley. Police responded to the scene when they received a report of a person down. When they arrived, they found Jones lying on the sidewalk suffering from a gunshot wound.

Birmingham Fire and Rescue transported Jones to UAB Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

If there is anyone who has information pertaining to the case, they are encouraged to contact the B.P.D. Homicide Unit @ 254-1764 or Crime Stoppers @ 254-7777.

Copyright 2012 WBRC. All rights reserved.