BALTIMORE, MD – A homicide investigation is underway in Baltimore’s Southeast District following a fatal shooting in the early hours of December 19, 2023. Southeast District patrol officers were called to a local hospital around 12:30 a.m. after a 44-year-old male victim with gunshot wounds arrived seeking medical attention.
Despite the medical team’s efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased by the attending doctors. Investigators have determined that the shooting occurred in the 6500 block of St. Helena Avenue, where a crime scene has been established.
Homicide detectives are actively seeking information related to this case and urge anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward. Witnesses or those with information can contact the Southeast District homicide detectives at 410-396-2100. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup.
The Baltimore Police Department is committed to bringing justice to the victim and ensuring the safety of the community.