Patrick Cornelius Carter Jr., 35, was shot in Center Point, Jefferson County, Alabama, on the night of September 2, 2025. Deputies were called to the 2300 block of 2nd Place NE just after 9:20 p.m. and found Carter suffering from a gunshot wound. He was treated on scene by Center Point Fire & Rescue and transported to UAB Hospital, where he later died.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office opened a homicide investigation and has been assembling a timeline and seeking a motive. The loss remains unresolved for Carter’s family and the community.

If anyone saw activity in the 2300 block of 2nd Place NE that night or has information about Patrick Carter’s death, please contact the Sheriff’s Office.