Police say the wounded teenager was found on one block while investigators traced the shooting to another nearby street
BALTIMORE, Md. — A 15-year-old boy was rushed to a hospital after being shot in East Baltimore Saturday afternoon, prompting an investigation as detectives worked to determine who pulled the trigger.
Baltimore Police said Southeast District officers responded at approximately 4:46 p.m. to the 700 block of North Collington Avenue after receiving a report of a shooting victim.
When officers arrived, they located a 15-year-old male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Police said the teen’s injuries were not considered life-threatening.
The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment.
A preliminary investigation determined the shooting occurred in the 600 block of North Patterson Park Avenue before the victim was found on North Collington Avenue.
Investigators have not released information regarding a suspect or what may have led to the shooting.
Southeast District detectives are continuing to investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at 410-396-2422 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
Key Points
- A 15-year-old boy was shot in East Baltimore Saturday afternoon.
- The victim was found in the 700 block of North Collington Avenue.
- Detectives believe the shooting occurred in the 600 block of North Patterson Park Avenue.