Car Burglary Suspect Arrested
November 3, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 27, 2025
Car Burglary Suspect Arrested
On October 23rd, 2025, at approximately 2:30 PM, a Homewood Police officer was patrolling the 100 block of Wildwood Parkway when he noticed a suspect and vehicle matching the description of a car burglary suspect who had recently broken into vehicles in that same area. The Homewood officer attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the suspect, who immediately began to flee down Lakeshore Parkway.
Multiple Homewood Police vehicles pursed the suspect through Homewood and into southwest Birmingham to the 1500 block of Dennison Avenue SW. The suspect was driving recklessly in traffic and caused a traffic accident between his vehicle, two bystander vehicles, and two police vehicles. The suspect continued driving on Dennison Avenue SW while the Homewood officers stopped to check on the drivers of the other vehicles. The suspect vehicle struck a curb several blocks down on Jefferson Avenue SW, and the suspect abandoned his vehicle in the roadway. The suspect was apprehended after a short foot pursuit.
Medics were called to the scene to check the drivers of the bystander vehicles for injuries. There were no injuries to any Homewood Police officers or the suspect. The suspect, Ronald Boware Woods Sr., age 39 of Birmingham, was arrested and charged with the following felony offenses:
• Attempting to Elude - $30,000 bond
• Certain Persons Forbidden to Possess a Firearm - $15,000 bond
• Unlawful Breaking and Entering of a Vehicle - $15,000 bond
• Theft of Property 2nd Degree - $10,000 bond
• Receiving Stolen Property 2nd Degree - $10,000 bond
• Illegal Possession of a Credit Card - $10,000 bond
Woods was in possession of multiple stolen items including credit cards, a pistol stolen from Homewood, and a pistol stolen from Bessemer. Woods is suspected of committing thefts in Homewood, Bessemer, Hoover, and other cities in the Birmingham metro area. Woods has been transferred to the Jefferson County Jail on the above listed charged where he will be able to post bond.
Crime Report for the Week of August 17, 2026 08/11/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 500 block of Devon Drive and personal items were taken. 08/13/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 200 block of Oxmoor Road and a wallet was stolen. 08/14/26 Narcotics Arrest - Officers investigated a suspicious person in the 200 block of Summit Pkwy. The subject was in possession of methamphetamine and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 08/16/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 200 block of Oxmoor Road and the driver was arrested for DUI.
Crime Report for the Week of August 10, 2026 08/03/26 Narcotics Arrest - Officers investigated a suspicious person in the 100 block of Vulcan Road. The subject was in possession of cocaine and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 08/04/26 Vehicle Theft - A vehicle was stolen from the 2200 block of Lakeshore Drive. 08/05/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 200 block of Lakeshore Pkwy and a handgun was stolen. 08/05/26 Narcotics Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 200 block of Oxmoor Road. The driver was in possession of marijuana and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana. 08/06/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 900 block of Valley Ave and the driver was arrested for DUI. 08/07/26 Narcotics Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 400 block of Greensprings Hwy. The driver was in possession of fentanyl and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 08/07/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 2800 block of Central Avenue and the driver was arrested for DUI. 08/08/26 Narcotics Arrest - Officers investigated a suspicious person in the 1800 block of Rosedale Drive. The subject was in possession of methamphetamine and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance.
August 10, 2026 The Homewood Police Department took home the win Friday night in the National Night Out Battle of the Badges softball game, defeating our friends over at the Fire Department. That's the second series win of the year for HPD over HFD! A special congratulations to #14 Officer Teter who, before the game, stepped up to the plate and claimed the Home Run Derby title!  Huge thanks to everyone who came out to support National Night Out. These events are what make our community strong - neighbors, first responders, and good times all around!
Crime Report for the Week of August 3, 2026 07/29/26 Stolen Vehicle Arrest - A vehicle was stopped in the 200 block of Lakeshore Pkwy. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen and the drover was arrested for Receiving Stolen Property. 07/30/26 Narcotics Arrest - Officers responded to a suspicions person call in the 400 block of Greensprings Hwy. The subject was in possession of fentanyl and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 08/01/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 2000 block of Medical Center Drive and a pistol was stolen.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2026 A Craftsman riding lawnmower was found this morning in the creek near the intersection of Broadway and Saulter Road. It was recovered and turned in to the Homewood Police Department as found property. If this lawn mower belongs to you, please call the Homewood PD Property Room at 205-332-6226. Proof of ownership will be required for release.
Crime Report for the Week of July 27, 2026 07/21/26 Burglary - An apartment in the 900 block of Valley Ridge Drive was burglarized and multiple electronics were stolen. 07/25/26 DUI Arrest - Officers responded to a wreck in the 500 block of Brookwood Blvd. One of the involved drivers was arrested for DUI. 07/25/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 2800 block of 18th Street South and the driver was arrested for DUI.
