Warrior Police Seek Public Assistance in 2019 Homicide Investigation
The Warrior Police Department is seeking public assistance to solve a 2019 homicide case. Barry Jay McDonald was found shot to death on a logging road near Baker Street and U.S. Highway 31 in Warrior.

Birmingham, AL, November 10, 2026 — The Warrior Police Department is actively seeking the public’s help to resolve a homicide case from 2019. The investigation centers on the death of Barry Jay McDonald, who was discovered deceased on a logging road within Warrior.
According to information released by the department, Barry Jay McDonald was found shot to death. The location where his body was discovered was a logging road situated near the intersection of Baker Street and U.S. Highway 31 in Warrior.
The incident occurred in 2019, though the specific date of discovery is not provided in the public appeal. Authorities have not released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding McDonald’s death, including any potential motives or suspects.
The Warrior Police Department is urging anyone who may have information related to Barry Jay McDonald’s death to come forward. The department stated it is seeking public assistance to help solve the case.
Additional details regarding the investigation, such as the exact date of the incident, the timeline of events leading up to McDonald’s discovery, or the specific investigative steps taken since 2019, were not immediately available. The contractor’s name involved in the discovery or investigation was not provided.
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