BIRMINGHAM, AL — The Birmingham Police Department has confirmed the arrest of 57-year-old Julius Earl Johnson in connection with the fatal shooting of Corey Lavel Tremble in Ensley on July 17, 2025. Johnson was taken into custody on July 18, 2025, following a thorough investigation by the Birmingham Police Department’s Homicide Division.

The Incident: A Fatal Shooting in Ensley

The deadly shooting occurred in the Ensley area of Birmingham on the evening of July 17. Corey Lavel Tremble, a victim of gun violence, was found suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of first responders to save him, Tremble was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities quickly launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The case was presented to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office, which subsequently issued an arrest warrant for Julius Earl Johnson on charges of murder and the illegal possession of a firearm.

The Arrest: Johnson Taken into Custody

On July 18, 2025, Julius Earl Johnson was apprehended by the Birmingham Police Department’s Crime Reduction Team in the 2200 block of 47th Street in Ensley. Johnson, who is a resident of Birmingham, was arrested without incident and taken into custody at the Jefferson County Jail.

The charges against Johnson include:

• Murder: Johnson is charged with the fatal shooting of Corey Lavel Tremble.

• Certain Persons Forbidden to Possess a Firearm: Johnson is also charged with being in possession of a firearm, which is a violation due to his prior criminal history.

Johnson has been denied bond for the murder charge, while a $15,000 bond has been set for the charge related to firearm possession.

Investigation and Evidence

Birmingham Police Homicide Detectives have been actively working on the case since the shooting occurred. Authorities presented evidence and case details to the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office, which led to the issuance of the arrest warrants.

The investigation is ongoing, and Birmingham Police have not released further details about the specific circumstances of the shooting. However, the arrest of Julius Earl Johnson brings the investigation closer to closure, and the authorities are working to gather more information on the motive behind the tragic incident.

Community Response and Support

The fatal shooting of Corey Lavel Tremble has left the Ensley community devastated. Local residents are grappling with the loss of another life to gun violence in an area that has struggled with crime in recent years. Community leaders and activists have renewed calls for stronger action against violence in Birmingham, urging city leaders to increase efforts aimed at reducing gun violence and ensuring the safety of residents.

As the investigation progresses, local officials and activists continue to express support for the family of the victim, Corey Lavel Tremble, and call for justice in the case.

Legal Proceedings and Next Steps

Julius Earl Johnson is currently being held without bond at the Jefferson County Jail for the murder charge, with a bond set at $15,000 for the firearms-related offense. He is expected to appear in court in the coming weeks, where formal charges will be read, and the legal proceedings will begin.

The Birmingham Police Department continues to encourage anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. The public’s cooperation is crucial in ensuring that justice is served for Corey Lavel Tremble and his family.

Conclusion: Seeking Justice

The arrest of Julius Earl Johnson in connection with the shooting of Corey Lavel Tremble marks a significant step toward justice for the victim and his family. As the legal process continues, the Birmingham community remains hopeful that the case will bring closure to the tragic loss of another life to gun violence.

Birmingham Police remain committed to investigating the case thoroughly, and the Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office will continue to pursue the charges against Johnson. The focus now shifts to the legal proceedings, with the hope that those responsible for the senseless loss of life will be held accountable.

As the community mourns, local residents and officials are rallying behind efforts to reduce gun violence and ensure the safety of their neighborhoods in the future.