Former Cop Charged with Sex Crimes | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 3, 2026 · 1m

A former Birmingham police officer, Gregory Thompson, remains jailed without bail amid serious felony sex crime charges—including first-degree rape and traveling to meet a child for unlawful sex acts. Allegations trace back to 2026 while he was still on the force; despite having already resigned, he was apprehended by his own department’s team. The judge denied bail, citing insufficient safeguards to ensure his court appearances or public safety. The case now moves to Jefferson County Circuit Court, where a grand jury will decide if formal charges proceed. While Thompson is presumed innocent…