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Police update on shooting, residents press action on short‑term rentals and surveillance
Summary
Police told the commission a multi‑party shooting near East Lincoln involved at least four shooters and 35 shell casings; residents used public comment to press for stricter short‑term rental rules and a public review of the city's Flock Safety surveillance contract.
Police Chief Scott Gruy reported to the Birmingham City Commission that officers responded to multiple 911 calls early Saturday at about 6:15 a.m. near 1480 East Lincoln and located numerous shell casings on and around the property. The department said it had arrested three people in connection with the incident, identified additional people of interest, and recovered roughly 35 shell casings; the investigation was ongoing and…
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