BIRMINGHAM, AL — The Birmingham Police Department has launched an active investigation into the tragic shooting death of 30-year-old Anson Quandarius Henderson, who was killed early Saturday morning, November 8, 2025, in the city’s Collegeville neighborhood. What began as a quiet morning in one of Birmingham’s oldest communities quickly turned into a devastating scene that has left family, friends, and neighbors heartbroken and searching for answers.
According to authorities, officers from the North Precinct responded to reports of gunfire just after dawn in the 3200 block of 29th Avenue North. When police arrived, they discovered Henderson suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the rapid response of emergency medical personnel, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity as Anson Quandarius Henderson, a Birmingham native known for his kind spirit, loyalty to family, and deep love for his community.
Detectives immediately secured the area, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation. Preliminary reports suggest that Henderson may have been targeted, though the motive remains unclear. Police have not announced any arrests at this time, and they are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The news of Henderson’s death has spread rapidly throughout the Collegeville neighborhood, where grief and disbelief have settled heavily over the community. Residents who knew him describe Anson as a friendly and hardworking young man who was always willing to lend a hand. “He wasn’t just a neighbor—he was family to everyone around here,” said one local resident. “He had a big heart and a smile that could brighten your whole day. It just doesn’t make sense that he’s gone.”
As detectives continue piecing together what led to the fatal shooting, community members are calling for peace and an end to the violence that has claimed too many young lives in recent years. Local clergy and civic leaders have begun organizing a prayer vigil to honor Henderson’s memory, offering a space for family, friends, and neighbors to come together in solidarity. “We are tired of seeing our young men die in the streets,” said one pastor from a nearby church. “Anson’s life mattered, and we must come together to make sure his death is not in vain.”
Family members have shared that Henderson had dreams of building a better future for himself and his loved ones. He was known as a devoted son, brother, and friend—someone who found joy in simple things and always put others before himself. Those who loved him are now left with memories that both comfort and pain them, as they struggle to understand how such a promising life could be taken so suddenly.
The Birmingham Police Department has reaffirmed its commitment to finding justice for Henderson and his family. “We understand the pain this community is feeling,” said a department spokesperson. “Our detectives are working tirelessly to identify the person or persons responsible. We need the public’s help—someone out there knows something.”
As the investigation continues, the community of Collegeville stands united in mourning but also in determination. In the face of loss, residents are finding strength in one another, hoping that justice will bring some measure of peace to those left behind.
For now, Birmingham remembers Anson Quandarius Henderson—a life cut short, but one that touched many hearts. His absence will be deeply felt, and his memory will live on in the neighborhood that raised him and loved him dearly.
Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact the Birmingham Police Department’s Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
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