Birmingham Police Charge Two With Capital Murder
Authorities apprehended two suspects shortly after a fatal robbery left one man dead.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Violence
Birmingham police have charged 18-year-old Darius Ramone McConis and 20-year-old Ja'Maries Antonio Robinson with capital murder. The charges follow a robbery on Saturday that resulted in the death of 21-year-old Jaxon Bearden.
Why it matters
The suspects are being held without bond after police utilized Shot Spotter technology to respond to the incident. Because the victim was killed during the commission of a robbery, prosecutors have elevated the charges to capital murder.
Darius Ramone McConis and Ja'Maries Antonio Robinson remain in custody at the Jefferson County Jail without bond. Police took the suspects into custody within 30 minutes of the shooting reported in the 2400 block of Avenue B.
The players
Darius Ramone McConis
He is an 18-year-old suspect charged with capital murder in connection to the fatal robbery.
Ja'Maries Antonio Robinson
He is a 20-year-old suspect charged with capital murder in connection to the fatal robbery.
Jaxon Bearden
He was the 21-year-old victim who died following the shooting incident.
The details
Patrol officers from the North and South Precincts responded to the 2400 block of Avenue B at 9:14 p.m. following an alert from Shot Spotter technology. A second female victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the encounter, and Jaxon Bearden was later pronounced dead at UAB Hospital.
Timeline
The shooting occurred at 9:14 p.m. on October 24.
Jaxon Bearden was pronounced dead at 10:06 p.m. on October 24.
Birmingham police officially announced the murder charges on October 26.
Legal Context
The charges filed by Birmingham police reflect the stringent criteria of Alabama's capital murder statute. This legal framework mandates severe charges when a homicide occurs during the commission of a robbery, distinguishing such cases from standard murder offenses.
Residents in the area near the 2400 block of Avenue B may see increased police presence as the investigation into the shooting continues. Local authorities utilize Shot Spotter technology to maintain safety and monitor for future instances of gunfire in the city.
The takeaway
This incident highlights how quickly local law enforcement can mobilize using automated detection systems to secure suspects in violent crimes. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings, particularly in areas where recent emergency activity has been reported.
Further reading
For more information on public safety incidents, visit the Birmingham Violence section.
