Two Victims Shot and Killed in Birmingham Car

The 2024 double homicide on Princeton Avenue Southwest remains unsolved despite ongoing investigations.

Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Violence

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Authorities in Birmingham continue to seek information regarding the unsolved November 12, 2024, double homicide of teenagers Alexis Wise and Joshua Parsons. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Sixteen-year-old Alexis Wise and Joshua Parsons died following a shooting inside a car on November 12, 2024. Authorities in Birmingham continue to seek information regarding the incident.

Why it matters

Law enforcement relies on public assistance to resolve cold cases where leads have stalled. The reward serves as a mechanism to encourage witnesses to come forward with critical details.

Crime Stoppers currently offers a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest. Six anonymous tips have been submitted regarding the case between 2024 and 2025.

The players

Alexis Wise

She was a 16-year-old victim who died from gunshot wounds during the incident.

Joshua Parsons

He was a victim who died from gunshot wounds during the shooting on Princeton Avenue Southwest.

Crime Stoppers

This is a non-profit organization that coordinates anonymous tip lines for law enforcement agencies to assist in solving criminal cases.

The details

Alexis Wise and Joshua Parsons were found fatally shot inside a vehicle on Princeton Avenue Southwest. Investigators have processed multiple anonymous tips through the Crime Stoppers program but have yet to identify a suspect in the murders.

Timeline

  1. The shooting occurred on November 12, 2024.

  2. Six anonymous tips were submitted between 2024 and 2025.

Legal Context

This case follows the standard investigative pattern established by the 2024 Birmingham violent crime reporting standards. It highlights the reliance on anonymous tip programs when traditional forensic leads fail to produce an arrest in urban homicides.

Residents of the Princeton Avenue Southwest area are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to local authorities to aid the ongoing investigation. The public reward incentivizes community cooperation to ensure safety and accountability.

The takeaway

Unsolved cases often reach a standstill without new evidence or witness participation. Community members with information are encouraged to utilize anonymous reporting methods to assist investigators.

Further reading

For more information on public safety, visit the Birmingham Violence section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by Wbrc.