A Birmingham man was arrested for multiple vehicle break-ins, firearm offenses, and drug possession, with stolen guns recovered.

A 25-year-old Birmingham man, Savonte Deandre Bailey, was arrested in Jefferson County on October 6, 2025, in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins in Vestavia Hills, Leeds, and unincorporated areas. He faces 11 counts of unlawful breaking and entering vehicles, firearm charges including conversion of a pistol to a machine gun, and possession of drugs. Authorities recovered stolen items, including guns, after a search warrant at his home. His bond is set at $220,000. Police credited coordinated efforts, surveillance technology, and interagency collaboration, while urging residents to lock vehicles and remove valuables to prevent theft.