In Loving Memory of Ralen Jerean McCurdy, 35

With profound sadness, family, friends, and members of the Birmingham, Alabama, community are mourning the tragic and heartbreaking loss of 35-year-old Ralen Jerean McCurdy, who was fatally shot early Wednesday morning, November 4, 2026.

According to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office, McCurdy lost his life following a shooting at a residence in Birmingham. Shortly after 1:40 a.m., South Precinct officers were dispatched to the 4300 block of 12th Court North after receiving a ShotSpotter notification. Officers were subsequently informed that someone had been injured at the location.

Upon arriving, officers discovered McCurdy unresponsive inside a residence. Birmingham Fire and Rescue personnel responded and pronounced him dead at the scene at approximately 2:04 a.m.

Authorities have identified McCurdy as the victim, while Birmingham police detectives continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the deadly shooting. No arrests have been announced, and investigators are working to determine what led to the violence.

His passing represents another heartbreaking loss for Birmingham, marking the city’s fourth killing since Saturday.

Behind every life lost is a family left grieving, friends holding onto memories, and loved ones struggling to accept that someone they cared about is no longer with them. Although details surrounding McCurdy’s life have not been publicly released, his death is a painful reminder of how devastating gun violence can be for families and entire communities.

May Ralen Jerean McCurdy be remembered, and may his loved ones find strength, comfort, and peace during this incredibly difficult time.

Rest in peace, Ralen Jerean McCurdy. Gone too soon, but not forgotten.

Anyone with information about this shooting is urged to contact Birmingham police investigators at 205-254-1764 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.