On Sunday, May 25, 2025, Graysville and Adamsville Fire Departments responded to 529 7th Avenue SW, Graysville, Alabama to investigate a report of a house fire. Upon arrival, they discovered a structure fire that was fully involved. An initial sweep of the residence found an unidentified deceased male victim in the home.
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office detectives responded to the scene. Detectives along with the State Fire Marshal’s Office began to conduct their investigations.
On May 29, 2025, Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office detectives made an arrest in the case. An 18-year-old male suspect was taken into custody.
The identity of the victim is: Unconfirmed.
The suspect has been identified as: Jose Antonio Alvarado, age, 18. Alvarado has been charged with Murder and Arson in the 2nd Degree. The suspect is in the custody of the Jefferson County Jail with no bond.
If there is anyone who has information pertaining to the case, they encouraged to contact the Jeferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450 or Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.