24-Year-Old Injured in Tarrant Shooting

Police investigating incident that left victim hospitalized

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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A 24-year-old man from Birmingham was injured in a shooting incident in Tarrant, Alabama on Friday evening. The victim was found in his vehicle on East Lake Boulevard after police heard a single gunshot. He was transported to UAB Hospital, though the severity of his injuries is not yet known. The investigation is still in the preliminary stages, but authorities believe the shooting occurred at a different location in Tarrant before the victim drove to where he was discovered.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety are ongoing concerns in the Birmingham metro area, with Tarrant being one of the smaller cities that has struggled with crime rates. This incident will likely raise further questions about law enforcement's ability to address these issues and keep residents safe.

The details

According to Tarrant Police Chief Wendell Major, officers heard a single gunshot and then found the 24-year-old victim in a stopped vehicle on East Lake Boulevard. The victim, whose identity has not been released, told police the shooting happened at another location in Tarrant. No arrests have been made so far, and the investigation is still in the early stages, but authorities believe the victim was shot while in his vehicle.

  • The shooting occurred just before 7 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Wendell Major

The police chief of Tarrant, Alabama who is leading the investigation into the shooting incident.

The 24-year-old victim

A resident of Birmingham, Alabama who was shot while driving in Tarrant and transported to UAB Hospital.

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What’s next

The investigation is still ongoing, and police have not yet announced any arrests or suspects in the case. The severity of the victim's injuries is also still unknown.

The takeaway

This shooting is the latest in a string of violent incidents that have raised concerns about public safety in the Tarrant and Birmingham areas. It underscores the need for continued efforts by law enforcement and community leaders to address the root causes of gun violence and find ways to keep residents secure.