Press Release: Officer Involved Shooting Investigation
June 25, 2025
Homewood Police Department News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 25th, 2025
Officer Involved Shooting Investigation – Additional Details
The Homewood Police Department has seen a recent increase in criminal activity in and around our athletic complexes. On June 23rd, 2025, at around 9:30 PM, a veteran Homewood Police officer observed a vehicle parked in the back corner of the Homewood Soccer Complex parking lot located at 1800 South Lakeshore Drive. The officer approached the vehicle in his marked Homewood Police unit and observed two occupants sitting in the vehicle. As the uniformed officer approached the vehicle, he smelled the odor of marijuana. The officer ordered both occupants out of the vehicle. When the driver (Jabari Peoples) exited the vehicle, the officer observed a handgun in the door pocket of the open driver’s side door. The officer then attempted to secure Mr. Peoples in handcuffs to affect an arrest for Unlawful Possession of Marijuana and possible other charges, at which point Mr. Peoples began to actively resist. A physical struggle ensued, at which point the officer was knocked to the ground. Mr. Peoples broke away from the officer and retrieved the handgun from the open driver’s side door pocket, creating an immediate deadly threat to the officer. The officer, fearing for his safety, fired one round from his service weapon to defend himself, in accordance with Alabama state law (Title 13A-3-27(b2)). Mr. Peoples fell to the ground, still gripping the handgun in his right hand. The officer gave multiple verbal commands for Mr. Peoples to let go of the handgun. The officer then called for emergency backup as the other vehicle occupant, who had fled into the woods, began approaching the officer. The officer instructed the other occupant to sit on the curb while he removed the handgun from Mr. Peoples’ possession. Medics were then requested to respond to the scene.
Backup officers arrived within one minute and thirty-six seconds after the officer’s request for assistance and immediately began rendering medical treatment to Mr. Peoples. While emergency aid was being rendered, the involved officer secured the other occupant in the back of his marked Homewood Police unit. Medical treatment of Mr. Peoples was relinquished to Homewood Fire Department paramedics upon their arrival, and he was transported to UAB Hospital.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was immediately notified, according to the Homewood Police Department’s policy, and responded to the scene where they assumed responsibility for the investigation. The details surrounding this incident are clearly captured on the officer’s body worn camera, of which ALEA took possession. Arrangements are being made to coordinate viewing of the video by Mr. Peoples’ family. As the Homewood Police Department has relinquished the investigation to ALEA, pursuant to Code of Alabama Section 36-21-210 (2), only ALEA is authorized by law to release any recording of the incident.
This sequence of events, resulting in the loss of life, is tragic and we empathize with Mr. Peoples’ family as they grieve.
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.
Crime Report for the Week of July 20, 2026 07/13/26 Narcotics Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 100 block of State Farm Pkwy. The driver was in possession of methamphetamine and fentanyl and was arrested for Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 07/13/26 Residential Burglary - A residence in the 1500 block of 27th Court South was burglarized and tools were stolen. 07/16/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 100 block of Edgewood Blvd and the driver was arrested for DUI. 07/16/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 500 block of Hickory Knoll and personal items were stolen. 07/16/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 200 block of Summit Blvd and the driver was arrested for DUI. 07/17/26 Vehicle Theft - An unlocked vehicle with the keys left inside it was stolen from the 100 block of Bonita Drive. The vehicle also contained the victim's purse and a pistol. 07/18/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 3000 block of Independence Drive and the driver was arrested for DUI. 07/18/26 Robbery - A suspect armed with a handgun robbed a business in the 400 block of Greensprings Hwy and stole several hundred dollars in cash.
Crime Report for the Week of July 6, 2026 07/03/26 DUI Arrest - A vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation in the 200 block of West Valley Ave and the driver was arrested for DUI. 07/05/26 UBEV - An unlocked vehicle was entered in the 3400 block of Waverly Place and a wallet was stolen. 07/05/26 Bike Theft - An unsecured e-bike was stolen from the 200 block of Lakeshore Pkwy.
