On Thursday, April 30, 2026, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Vice and Narcotics Unit, with assistance from the SWAT Team, Highway Safety Unit, and additional personnel, executed a search warrant in the 1100 block of Birchwood Street in Birmingham.
During the operation, deputies identified the suspect as 20-year-old Ke’von Lashard Atkins. Atkins was taken into custody and has been charged with 2 Counts of Drug Trafficking. He is currently being held with a $3,010,000 bond at the Jefferson County Jail.
As a result of the search, investigators seized the following items:
- Narcotics: Approximately 373 grams of methamphetamine, 8.65 grams of fentanyl, two Xanax pills, and two ecstasy pills
- Currency: $4,878 in U.S. currency
- Firearm: Glock 19 9mm handgun with an extended magazine
- Additional Items: Six cellular phones
“The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to combating illegal narcotics activity and ensuring the safety of the community,” said Sheriff Mark Pettway.
Anyone with information pertaining to this case is urged to contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.