BALTIMORE, MD — Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy earlier this week in Baltimore’s Eastern District, police announced Wednesday.
Rodsheead Alexander, 34, Zion Wimbish, 19, and Ra’Shawn Smith, 19, were taken into custody following an investigation into the May 7 killing of John Lewis, who was found dead in the 3500 block of Brehms Lane.
Lewis, a teenager, was shot and killed at the scene, police said. The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation, and no motive has been disclosed.
Baltimore Police said Alexander and Wimbish were transported to Central Booking and charged with first-degree murder. Smith, who was injured during the shooting, received medical treatment at an area hospital before also being taken to Central Booking and charged.
All three remain in custody pending court appearances. No further information about the arrests or case details has been made public.
Key points
- Three suspects charged with first-degree murder in connection to teen’s death
- Victim John Lewis, 15, killed in the 3500 block of Brehms Lane
- One suspect was hospitalized before being booked
Investigation continues in teen’s fatal shooting
Detectives have not released any information about the type of weapon used or whether the suspects had any prior relationship with the victim.
The Baltimore Police Department posted the arrest update on social media Wednesday morning, confirming the charges and identifying all three suspects by name and age.
Authorities have not said whether the suspects will be tried jointly or separately, and court dates have not yet been announced.
Police are continuing to urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward as they build their case.
