Shooting at Legion Field Leaves Multiple Injured; Magic City Classic Celebrations Halted
A shooting following the 85th Magic City Classic left multiple people injured. Birmingham police suspended tailgating and cleared Legion Field.
POLICY WIRE — Birmingham, Alabama — A celebration of one of college football’s most prominent HBCU rivalries turned tragic Saturday night when a shooting broke out near Legion Field.
The incident occurred shortly after the conclusion of the 85th annual Magic City Classic, which featured Alabama A&M against Alabama State. Local police indicate the gunfire took place at approximately 7:50 p.m. on October 31, 2026.
Multiple law enforcement and fire units were dispatched to the area following reports of several individuals sustaining gunshot wounds. While AL.com reported that at least one victim of the shooting has died, officials remain cautious regarding the status of others.
Officer De’Rell Freeman of the Birmingham police department stated that they cannot confirm the current medical condition of any individuals involved at this time.
In immediate response to the violence, Birmingham police officially suspended all tailgating activities associated with the game. Authorities ordered everyone on-site to vacate the Legion Field property immediately.
Police also urged the public to avoid the stadium area entirely as the investigation into the shooting continues.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
