The Birmingham, Alabama, community is mourning the loss of Makayla May Riley, who died at the age of 22 following a shooting inside an apartment late Wednesday night, November 4, 2026. According to reports, the incident occurred after a verbal dispute, which reportedly escalated into gunfire. Riley was fatally shot, leaving her loved ones facing a heartbreaking loss. The circumstances surrounding the incident have prompted a police investigation as authorities work to establish what happened. Remembering Makayla May Riley Makayla May Riley was 22 years old at the time of her death. Her passing has brought sadness to those who knew her and to members of the Birmingham community following reports of the fatal shooting. The available information identifies Riley as the victim of the incident, but further details about her personal life, family, education, and career have not been provided. Her loved ones are left to mourn her loss as questions remain about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Personal Details Detail Information Full name Makayla May Riley Age 22 years old Residence Not confirmed Community Birmingham, Alabama Date of birth Not provided Occupation Not available Family details Not provided Death and Incident Details Detail Information Date of incident Wednesday, November 4, 2026 Location Apartment in Birmingham, Alabama Incident Fatal shooting Reported circumstances Verbal dispute followed by gunfire Time of incident Late Wednesday night Cause of death Fatal gunshot wounds, according to reports Police investigation Ongoing Person detained Police reportedly detained one person Birmingham Shooting Investigation According to WBRC, Birmingham police responded to a shooting at 44th Place North at approximately 10:48 p.m. Wednesday. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Makayla May Riley and reported that she died at 11:28 p.m. Police said one person had been detained as the investigation continued. Authorities have not provided further details about the circumstances leading to the shooting in the information available. The investigation remains focused on establishing what happened before the gunfire and determining the circumstances surrounding Riley’s death. Funeral and Memorial Information Funeral arrangements, visitation details, and memorial service information for Makayla May Riley have not been provided. Her family or an authorized representative may share information about memorial arrangements when available. Disclaimer This article is based on available reporting concerning Makayla May Riley’s death in Birmingham, Alabama. Information about the shooting and police response is attributed to published reports. The investigation remains ongoing, and details may change as authorities release additional information. Any person detained in connection with the incident is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Share this... Facebook Pinterest Twitter Linkedin Post navigation Danielle Couture Obituary: Connecticut Community Remembers Beloved Resident Julie Bouquet Obituary: 19-Year-Old Dies After Motorcycle Accident in La Ferté-Macé