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THE ARREST | WHAT WE KNOW | THE VICTIMS | THE INVESTIGATION | UAB FOOTBALL PLAYER AFFECTED | WITNESS | THE SCENE | HUSH LOUNGE STATEMENT | BIRMINGHAM MAYOR | CITY COUNCIL | SB3 | BUSINESSES | GLOCK SWITCHES | SCLC | WOODFIN AT THE WHITE HOUSEAn arrest has been made in the deadly mass shooting that claimed the lives of 4 people and left 17 others injured in Birmingham last month.It happened outside Hush, a hookah and cigar lounge on Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South. That is an entertainment district with restaurants and nightlife. Here's what we know: A shooter or shooters opened fire just after 11 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21At least four people were killed and 17 more injured in Five Points South The victims have been identified One suspect is in custody at this time Police believe the shooting was not random and stemmed from an isolated incident Police have set up an evidence submission portalThere is a $100,000 combined reward for any information leading to an arrest and convictionAnyone with information is asked to submit evidence to the Birmingham Police Department's evidence submission portal. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. Tips can be sent to the FBI by calling 1-800-225-5324 or here.Friday, Oct. 185 p.m.Thursday, Oct. 175 p.m.Wednesday, Oct. 166 p.m.Birmingham City Councilor Crystal Smitherman gave the following statement:“We all know that no arrest can ever undo the tragedy that shook our community last month. I am relieved to hear that law enforcement left no stone unturned and have now arrested an individual suspected of committing this heinous act of violence. This is a significant step in the justice process, and I hope it brings some measure of closure and comfort to the families and friends of those we lost."I want to express my deepest gratitude to our dedicated law enforcement officers for their tireless work in this case. "My thoughts are still with all those currently recovering from their injuries, and the families of those who were killed. I can’t imagine the personal toll this will have on the survivors who have to deal with the trauma from this event. "In the days after the shooting, I asked the mayor to do anything possible to put forward solutions to end this scourge of violence. In the past few weeks, the city has taken some big swings to do just that -- by implementing a new $15.8 million police officer retention and recruitment plan and forming a task force of community leaders to curb violent crime and present us a roadmap in the next 60 days. The Council was also presented a plan for evidence-based, trauma-informed initiatives and will be considering those in the coming weeks."Today, our city can breathe a little easier. But know this: to anyone who wishes to harm others in our city, it’s going to get more uncomfortable for you each and every day. We’re done playing these games. I asked the mayor to bring the hammer down, and that’s exactly what’s happening now.��5 p.m.Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin issued the following statement after the announcement of McDaniel's arrest:"After the horrific shooting at Five Points South, we vowed that our priority would be to find, capture, and arrest every person responsible for this heinous and brazen mass shooting. "We told you this is what we’d do, and this is what we did. "Today was a major step toward justice. "Thanks to Police Chief Thurmond; Deputy Chief Brown and the Investigative Bureau; Deputy Chief Pickett and the Special Operation Bureau; the sheriff’s office; homicide detectives; our federal partners for working around the clock to provide answers, closure, and justice to grieving families; and every man and woman who wears the uniform and puts their life on the line to protect us. "But we’re not yet done. This investigation continues with BPD and we will not rest until our streets are safer. "Violent criminals operating within Birmingham will be pursued RELENTLESSLY and brought to justice without delay. "Our commitment to swift arrests and seamless coordination with local, state, and federal partners that has been strengthened over the past two years, will help ensure that these criminals are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, ensuring that crime will not continue to thrive in our city. Violent criminals, know that BPD and our fellow law enforcement partners will be aggressively pursuing you. "We are aggressively getting more police on the streets, working on legislation to get automatic weapons off the streets, and engaging our community in finding innovative ways to deal with violent crime. The people in Birmingham are pulling together to win this fight and we will."4 p.m.During a press conference at BPD headquarters, Chief of Police Scott Thurmond announced that 22-year-old Damien McDaniel had been charged with capital murder and 17 counts of attempted murder in connection to the shooting. McDaniel was also charged in connection to two other homicides that occurred just days before and after the mass shooting.Wednesday, Oct. 9Officials with Crime Stoppers say that they've received a total of 122 tips up to this point, the most they've ever received for a case like this one.While police do not have any new updates at this time, they're still sifting through tips as well.Tuesday, Oct. 15 p.m.Authorities in Jefferson County, Alabama are confronting a growing concern over Glock switches, a device that transforms semi-automatic pistols into fully automatic weapons.District Attorney Danny Carr is vocal about the need for stricter state regulations, expressing his alignment with outlawing these dangerous modifications in Alabama.Currently, no state law exists to specifically regulate Glock switches, often leading to federal intervention in such cases.Monday, Sept. 3010 p.m.Friday, Sept. 286:30 p.m.5 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 273:45 p.m.Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin traveled to Washington Thursday to speak at a White House Event addressing gun violence in the U.S.12 p.m.Crime Stoppers tells �������� 13 that they’ve received a total of 96 tips since the shooting. That means the number of possible leads has now nearly doubled since announcing the $50,000 reward back on Monday. Wednesday, Sept. 266 p.m.7 a.m.Vigils are planned for the victims and community Wednesday.5 a.m.Tuesday, Sept. 2510 p.m.8:47 p.m.2:45 p.m.11 a.m.Watch the news conference below.Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin discussed the need for people to come forward after 21 people were shot and four people died Saturday night.He said there is a full breakdown in the aspect of community, which is more than what police can be responsible for.Woodfin said the breakdown in helping law enforcement falls into several categories:"No snitching culture"FearWoodfin said they have the available resources to protect and relocate people."It is our job to keep you safe and we will," Woodfin said.Police presence will be "beefed up" in the entertainment district, Woodfin said.Woodfin said he was given a mandate that he will be working out with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigations.If you have credible information and are not sharing it with law enforcement, Woodfin passionately stated that "you are as responsible" as the people who did the shooting. Anyone with information is asked to submit evidence to the Birmingham Police Department's evidence submission portal. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. Tips can be sent to the FBI by calling 1-800-225-5324 or here.10:45 a.m.U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-AL, answered a question from �������� 13 News Anchor Scott Carpenter during a news conference.She said that she is "heartbroken" about the shooting and violence across our nation. She has spoken with Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin to offer condolences and discuss ways to be helpful.She said that these people should be held accountable. She is praying for victims and working to get resources for survivors who lost people or are dealing with trauma.8:15 a.m.The Jefferson County coroner report stated that the fourth person whose identity was released by officials, Roderick Lynn Patterson Jr., died at the hospital. He was identified by his fingerprints.6 a.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.5 a.m.A vigil is planned for peace in the community and to stop gun violence.It will take place in Five Points South at 5 p.m. on Wednesday.Monday, Sept. 2410:00 p.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.6:30 p.m.Business owners reopened Monday morning, but faced challenges after the shooting.6 p.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.5:30 p.m.We are learning more about the victims of the shooting.4 p.m.Governor Kay Ivey's office released a statement Monday afternoon."During a school visit this morning, Governor Ivey spoke with reporters about the horrific gang-related shootings in Birmingham that occurred over the weekend," the statement said. "She believes the mission of the day is to, first and foremost, hold those responsible accountable for their actions. She also stated clearly that the state stands willing and ready to work with Birmingham in combatting their ongoing crime just as we have been able to do through the Metro Area Crime Suppression Unit here in our Capital City. For example, thanks to this federal, state and local partnership, law enforcement has been able to get more than a dozen firearms with machine gun conversion devices off the streets of Montgomery. The crime streak in Birmingham does not have to continue."1:45 p.m.Hush posted a statement on its Instagram Story late Sunday night.11:15 a.m.Trent Dilfer said a UAB football player was affected by the mass shooting in Birmingham.11 a.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.9:15 a.m.Watch the full news conference from police below.Twelve people who were being treated at hospitals are now out, police said. Five people are still in the hospital.There is a combined $100,000 reward for any information leading to the arrest and conviction. Previously, the highest reward set was $25,000 in the case of Cupcake McKinney."We, the community, have to step up," Woodfin said.He clarified the current priority."It is to hunt down, capture, arrest, and convict the people who are responsible for this mass shooting," Woodfin said.Some of the people who were killed had extensive criminal history, and sometimes people are willing to pay to have those people killed, Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond said.Officials are still trying to determine if the type of weapon was an automatic gun or a Glock switch, Thurmond noted. He discussed the push for legislation about switches in February of 2025.Thurmond clarified that they do not believe that this was direct retaliation for the mass shooting that took place in Birmingham in July.7:10 a.m.The fourth victim has been identified as 26-year-old Roderick Lynn Paterson Jr. He is from Birmingham, Alabama.5 a.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.Sunday, Sept. 23 10:30 p.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.7 p.m.Police have released the names of a woman and two men who were killed in the shooting. They are identified as Anitra Holloman, 21, from Bessemer; Tahj Booker, 27; and Carlos McCain, 27, both from Birmingham. The fourth victim, a man, has not yet been identified. 5 p.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.People are starting to put flowers outside of Hush.Local faith leaders said they are praying long and hard for the city."It looks like crime and murder has a strong hold on our society," Senior Pastor Steve Green with More Than Conquerors Faith Church.9 a.m.Watch the full news conference from police below. Police believe the shooting was not random and stemmed from an isolated incident. Multiple people were caught in the crossfire. The intended target was among the dead and police think it was a hit that did not have anything to do with nearby businesses.A total of 21 people were shot. Police originally stated there were 22 people shot. "To the victims and their families, our heartfelt condolences go out to them. That's 21 peoples whose lives were forever changed. That's 21 families who some were destroyed and some were forever altered," said Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond. "We acknowledge the toll of the heaviness for those involved," Mayor Randall Woodfin said.He continued, "We, all of us, as a community owe it to them to do everything we can to take these shooters, killers off the streets."People who had been shot were taken to UAB, St. Vincent's, Brookwood and Princeton hospitals. "Do not tell me this is not solvable. At the same time do not tell me this is only on the police to solve," Woodfin said.>> WATCH: Mayor Randall Woodfin's passionate call to end violence 5 a.m.Watch �������� 13 team coverage below.3 a.m. Watch �������� 13 team coverage below. The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital received 12 of the victims, including one deceased victim brought to the hospital from the scene, a spokesperson told �������� in a statement. Dajon Singleton said witnessing the scene was "very scary" and he saw several people on stretchers."I walked up when it was just ending, because everybody was screaming, there was people crying," said Singleton.1 a.m.Watch the full news conference from police below.Four people are dead and police said dozens of people were shot and their injuries range from non-life-threatening to life-threatening. Two men and a woman were found unresponsive with gunshot wounds when police arrived, and then more gunshot victims were found. Those three victims died on the scene and another died at the hospital.At least four of the gunshot victims have life-threatening injuries. "Dozens" of other people who were shot have "various injuries," police said. Birmingham Police Officer Truman Fitzgerald said the victims were out in the open on the sidewalk and street when the shooting began. Investigators are trying to figure out if the shooters walked up to the victims or drove by in a vehicle. Police believe Glock switches were used. Those switches are machine gun conversion devices and have been the focus of a recent federal crackdown in Birmingham. Saturday, Sept. 2211:30 p.m.Birmingham police said multiple people fired multiple shots on a group of people just after 11 p.m. Saturday night in Birmingham Five Points South.This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available. Stay updated on the latest stories with the �������� 13 app. You can download it here.