Breaking News: UPS Worker Shot Dead in Birmingham
A UPS worker in Birmingham, Alabama, tragically lost his life in a targeted attack on Tuesday evening, according to Birmingham Police. Anthony Lamar Love, Jr., a 44-year-old employee, was fatally shot as he left work at a UPS facility in Birmingham. The shooter remains at large, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The Targeted Attack on Anthony Lamar Love, Jr.
The shooting occurred around 6 p.m. on Tuesday, just as Love Jr. was heading to his car after finishing his shift. Birmingham Police Sgt. Laquitta Wade revealed that Love Jr. was specifically targeted by the shooter. Despite the efforts of his colleagues rushing to his aid after the gunfire erupted, Love Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police Seeking Information on Shooter
In a public announcement on the Birmingham Police Department’s Facebook page, Sgt. Wade shared details of the incident and asked for the community’s assistance. Police have not yet released a description of the shooter but have urged anyone with relevant information to contact them directly at 205-254-1764.
Community in Shock After Tragic Shooting
The devastating incident has left Love Jr.’s family and coworkers in a state of mourning and shock. Several family members arrived at the scene and were seen outside the crime scene tape, visibly distraught. Birmingham Police assured the public that this was a targeted attack and that there is no ongoing threat to other members of the community.
Previous Incidents at UPS Facility in Birmingham
Sadly, this is not the first shooting incident to occur at the UPS facility in Birmingham. In September 2014, the facility was the scene of a murder-suicide that resulted in the tragic deaths of three individuals. Love Jr.’s death marks Birmingham’s 36th homicide of the year, with four of those cases being ruled as justifiable and non-criminal.
Ensuring Justice for Anthony Lamar Love, Jr.
As the investigation into Love Jr.’s death continues, authorities are working diligently to apprehend the shooter and bring them to justice. The community is coming together to mourn the loss of a beloved member and to ensure that such senseless acts of violence do not go unpunished.