Javonte McDonald, a 25-year-old Black man, was fatally shot on Interstate 59 South in Birmingham, Alabama, on the night of June 29, 2024. Officers responded about 10:00 PM to reports of a shooting and found a vehicle struck by gunfire; McDonald had sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. A second occupant of the car was injured and taken to a local hospital.

Authorities are investigating the case as a homicide and say the shooting is believed not to have been random, with preliminary findings pointing toward a targeted attack. No motive has been released and no suspects or arrests have been publicly identified as the investigation continues.

If anyone has information about what happened on Interstate 59 South that night or knew Javonte McDonald, contact the Birmingham Police Department with tips that could help bring answers and justice.