Trailer Theft Suspect Arrested
March 2, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 26, 2026
In the last month, the Homewood Police Department has taken multiple reports involving stolen utility trailers from the West Homewood area, specifically on Distribution Drive and West Oxmoor Road. After a comprehensive investigation, Homewood Police detectives were able to identify the suspect as David Gregory Lewis, age 39, of Birmingham. Detectives obtained felony Theft of Property warrants on Lewis for four separate utility trailer thefts in Homewood. Lewis was located by officers and arrested on February 19th. Lewis was transferred to Jefferson County Jail with the following charges and bonds.
Theft of Property – 1st Degree, three counts ($90,000 total bond)
Theft of Property – 2nd Degree, one count ($15,000 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.
