Birmingham Police Nab Duo in Armed Robberies Targeting Hispanic Victims

Birmingham Police Department officers took 20-year-old Jermaine Turner Pryce of Center Point and 22-year-old Julia Sanders of Birmingham into custody last Friday following a series of armed robberies that specifically targeted Hispanic victims in the city.[1] The arrests, aided by Homewood Police, came after investigators connected the pair to several recent incidents involving firearms and theft.[1] Each suspect faces first-degree robbery charges, and authorities anticipate additional counts as the probe continues.[1] The robberies rattled central Alabama communities, highlighting vulnerabilities among Hispanic residents in Birmingham's diverse neighborhoods.[1] Police linked the suspects to multiple attacks, disrupting a pattern that had residents on edge.[1] No specific dates for the robberies were detailed in initial reports, but the swift arrests prevented further violence.[1] Birmingham Police emphasized community collaboration in cracking the case, urging residents to report tips via Crime Stoppers.[3] The investigation underscores ongoing efforts to combat gun-related crimes in Jefferson County, where armed robberies remain a persistent challenge.[2][3] As of April 28, 2026, the suspects remain in custody pending court proceedings.