Teen shot overnight in downtown baltimore

19-year-old shot overnight in downtown Baltimore as police investigate

BALTIMORE, MD — A 19-year-old man was shot early Tuesday morning in the heart of downtown Baltimore, prompting an ongoing investigation by Central District detectives.

Just after midnight, around 12:24 a.m., patrol officers in the 200 block of South Eutaw Street heard gunfire while on routine patrol. Officers immediately canvassed the surrounding area and located the victim in the 400 block of West Saratoga Street, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.

The injury was described as non-life-threatening, and medics transported the victim to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Authorities have not released the victim’s identity or any suspect information. Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances of the shooting and are urging anyone with information to contact Central District detectives at 410-396-2411 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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Key Points

A 19-year-old man was shot early Tuesday morning near West Saratoga Street in downtown Baltimore
Officers heard gunfire and located the wounded victim a block away from their patrol area
The investigation is ongoing and police are seeking tips from the public

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