Billy Walker Powell Jr., 46, was found dead in Bayview Lake near Pleasant Grove on April 12, 2019. Fishermen discovered his body floating on the north side of the lake in an area reachable only by boat; the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified him and listed his last known address as Trussville. Family remembered him as BP or Billy Jr., a Birmingham native, devoted father, son, brother and a gifted singer who performed at church and community events.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office ruled the death a homicide and opened a full investigation, but authorities have not publicly disclosed how he was killed. No arrests or suspects have been announced and the case remains active.

If anyone knew Billy, saw anything near Bayview Lake on or before April 12, 2019, or has information that could help, please come forward.