The city of Birmingham, Alabama, is reeling after gunfire at a local apartment complex claimed the life of 16-year-old George Camarius Daniel and left another teenager wounded on Saturday, August 23, 2025.
According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, George Daniel was a junior at Huffman High School, remembered by peers and teachers as a bright young student with his whole future ahead of him. His tragic death has shaken classmates, family, and the wider community, sparking renewed concern about escalating youth violence in the city.
Police say officers from the East Precinct were dispatched shortly after 4:00 p.m. to the 1000 block of Huffman Road following reports of a traffic crash. Upon arrival, they discovered Daniel lying unresponsive outside of a vehicle. Despite lifesaving efforts, Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service pronounced him dead at 4:30 p.m.
Nearby, a second teenager was located suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. That victim was rushed to UAB Hospital, where they are expected to recover. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the injured teen.
Officer De’Rell Freeman of the Birmingham Police Department stated that investigators believe multiple individuals had gathered at the location prior to shots being fired. The exact motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and police have not disclosed whether the incident was targeted or random.
As the investigation continues, detectives are working to identify suspects and piece together the chain of events that led to the deadly violence. No arrests have been announced as of Sunday.
The loss of George Daniel has left a painful mark on the Huffman High School community, where he was known by friends as “Luhh George.” Heartbroken classmates and neighbors have already begun sharing memories and tributes on social media using the hashtag #LuhhGeorge, expressing their grief and disbelief that another young life has been cut short by gun violence.
Community leaders and advocates have called for unity and stronger efforts to protect Birmingham’s youth from the cycle of violence. “We cannot continue to bury our children,” one local activist shared, urging residents to come forward with information that could help police bring justice for George and safety for others.
The Birmingham Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact their Homicide Unit at (205) 254-1764 or call Crime Stoppers at (205) 254-7777.
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