Man shot in leg on North Chapel Street treated for non-life-threatening injuries
Baltimore, MD – A 49-year-old man is recovering after being shot in the leg Sunday evening on North Chapel Street, according to Baltimore Police.
Officers were called to an area hospital at approximately 7:47 p.m. after the victim arrived seeking treatment for a gunshot wound. Doctors determined the injuries were not life-threatening.
The victim told investigators he had been shot in the 1800 block of North Chapel Street by an unidentified suspect before traveling to the hospital for help. No description of the shooter has been released, and no arrests have been made.
Eastern District detectives responded to both the hospital and the reported crime scene as part of the ongoing investigation. Police are urging anyone with information to contact detectives directly at 410-396-2433. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or visiting their website.
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Key Points
- A 49-year-old man was shot in the leg Sunday evening in East Baltimore
- The victim’s injuries are non-life-threatening and he is being treated at a hospital
- Police are investigating and seeking information on the unknown suspect