New Year’s Eve murder victim stabbed in Alabama

A 68-year-old man was stabbed to death in Alabama New Year’s Eve and family members mourned the devoted family man and military veteran.

Earnest Christion Jr., 68, was stabbed to death at a home in Birmingham on Tuesday. release From Birmingham Police Station.

Officers arrived at the home in Birmingham after a 911 call around 7 p.m. Police said they found Christio “unresponsive, suffering from what our officers believe was a stab wound.”

The US military veteran was taken to a local hospital where he died from his injuriesthe police said.

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Police investigated the December 31 stabbing of 68-year-old Earnest Christion Jr. (Google Maps)

After his death, authorities launched a homicide investigation, offering a reward of up to $5,000 for tips.

On Saturday, detectives secured warrants for the arrest for two suspects on Christion’s death after receiving advice from the community.

Police have identified Zingi Gamble, 60, and her son, La Verne Gamble, 40, as the suspects.

Police identified 60-year-old Zingy Gamble as one of the suspects. (Birmingham Police Department)

Zingy Gamble was dating Christon at the time of the stabbing, authorities said. Police said they believe Zingy Gamble stabbed Christio over a money dispute.

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The authorities said that the mother and son were arrested and are in their custody Jefferson County Jail. Zingy Gamble was booked without bond and La Verne Gamble was jailed for murder and held on $15,000 bond.

Police have identified 40-year-old La Verne Gamble as one of the suspects in the stabbing death of Earnest Christion Jr. (Birmingham Police Department)

Kristion, nicknamed “Ricky,” was remembered as a “beacon of joy and love,” he told AL.com.

“Ricky was more than a veteran; he was a beacon of joy and love,” his family said in a statement.

“His sense of humor was infectious and his ability to make people smile even in difficult times will always be remembered,” the family said. “Whether it was a funny joke, a heartfelt comment, or his unwavering positivity, Ricky had a special gift for making those around him feel good.”

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The family said Christio was the head of the family.

“His family was the center of his world and he cherished every moment he spent with them,” they said. “His love for his children was unconditional and he was immensely proud of their presence devoted father.”