White House Condemns Alabama Shooting: 4 Killed, 17 Injured in Suspected Paid Attack

White House condemns Alabama shooting, 4 killed, 17 wounded. Multiple gunmen targeted in alleged paid hit. Police search for suspects.

White House Condemns Birmingham Mass Shooting, Calls for National Action on Gun Violence.

 

In the aftermath of a devastating mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, the White House issued a sharp condemnation of the escalating gun violence plaguing the nation. The incident, which left four people dead and at least 17 others injured, has reignited calls for urgent action on gun control.

 

The tragic event unfolded late Saturday night in the city’s popular Five Points South entertainment district. According to police, multiple gunmen opened fire around 11 p.m., sending shockwaves through the bustling nightlife area. Victims included two men and a woman who died at the scene, while a fourth victim succumbed to injuries at a nearby hospital. The deceased were identified as Anitra Holloman, 21, of Bessemer, Alabama, Tahj Booker, 27, of Birmingham, and Carlos McCain, 27, of Birmingham.

 

A somber statement from the White House on Sunday underscored the Biden administration’s ongoing commitment to addressing gun violence. “Once again, our entire nation is watching in horror as another community is devastated by the national epidemic of gun violence,” said Stef Feldman, Director of Gun Violence Prevention. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris expressed their condolences, offering prayers for the families affected by the tragedy.

 

Feldman confirmed that federal, state, and local authorities are working closely together as investigations continue. She further highlighted the alarming trend of mass shootings, noting that the United States has already experienced over 400 incidents of mass gun violence this year. “Americans should not have to live like this. And we can’t let it become normal. Enough is enough,” she stated, echoing the President’s frequent calls for stronger gun control measures.

 

At a Sunday press conference, Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond offered chilling details about the shooting, revealing that it appeared to be a targeted “hit,” with paid gunmen. While no suspects were in custody as of Sunday morning, Chief Thurmond stated that authorities were reviewing surveillance footage and continuing to gather evidence. More than 100 shell casings were recovered at the scene, and the weapons used were reportedly fully automatic.

 

The White House’s condemnation of the Birmingham shooting comes as part of the administration's larger effort to curb gun violence, which remains one of the most divisive and pressing issues facing the United States today. In his frequent remarks, President Biden has called for stricter regulations on firearms, including universal background checks, banning assault weapons, and closing loopholes in existing laws.

 

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin echoed the sentiments of urgency, calling on the public to provide any information that could lead to the arrest of the shooters. “We owe it to the victims to take these killers off our streets,” Woodfin said. The victims’ families have been left devastated, with police emphasizing that 21 lives were forever altered by the tragedy.

 

While the investigation remains ongoing, the community, along with much of the nation, remains shaken by yet another incident of senseless gun violence. The White House's response highlights a continued push to address what many see as a critical failure in national policy—preventing gun violence and protecting communities from future tragedies.