Birmingham Crime Drops Thanks to Federal Push | Huntsville News

Birmingham’s crime rate has plummeted 73% since 2024 thanks to a powerhouse federal-local partnership, with agencies like the FBI and DEA stepping up to nearly double federal prosecutions targeting guns, carjackings, and drugs. Led by Chief Michael Pickett’s eight-point plan, this coordinated effort is dismantling repeat offenders and dangerous criminals. The Department of Justice is also pouring over $440K into Birmingham PD through new funding, while U.S. Attorney Phil Williams stresses that securing these grants is critical to sustaining the city’s safety momentum.

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