BALTIMORE, Md. — A 16-year-old boy was hospitalized Friday night after being shot in Baltimore’s Western District, police said.
Officers were patrolling near the 1000 block of Poplar Grove Street on November 8t,h around 7:36 p.m., when they heard gunfire. Upon searching the area, they found a teenage male with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Detectives from the Western District have taken over the investigation as they work to determine the circumstances of the shooting and identify any suspects involved.
Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact detectives at 410-396-2477. Those wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or by visiting their website to send a text tip.