Man arrested in Birmingham robbery investigation

Suspect Samuel Bolton charged after incident on 14th Avenue South

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:56am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged door handle, capturing the gritty, investigative nature of this crime scene evidence.A recent arrest highlights Birmingham police's efforts to address a rise in property crimes in the city.Today in Birmingham

Birmingham police have arrested 53-year-old Samuel Bolton in connection with a robbery that occurred on April 12 in the 1600 block of 14th Avenue South. The victim was not injured, and Bolton was taken into custody a few hours later on Kimberly Avenue. He has been charged and is currently in the Jefferson County Jail.

Why it matters

Robberies are a persistent issue in Birmingham, with the city seeing an increase in property crime in recent years. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to investigate and apprehend suspects involved in these types of incidents.

The details

According to Birmingham Police, Samuel Bolton was arrested after a robbery on April 12 in the 1600 block of 14th Avenue South. The victim was not injured, and Bolton was taken into custody a few hours later in the 6800 block of Kimberly Avenue. Bolton was first held at the Birmingham City Jail on a 48-hour hold, pending formal charges, and has since been transferred to the Jefferson County Jail.

  • The robbery occurred on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
  • Bolton was arrested a few hours after the incident on April 12, 2026.

The players

Samuel Bolton

A 53-year-old man who was arrested and charged in connection with the robbery investigation.

Birmingham Police

The local law enforcement agency that investigated the robbery and made the arrest.

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What’s next

Bolton will face formal charges and the judicial process will determine the outcome of the case.

The takeaway

This arrest demonstrates the ongoing efforts by Birmingham police to address property crimes in the city, though robberies remain a persistent challenge for the community.