Man shot near Wilkens intersection as detectives search for suspect
TOWSON, MD – A man was wounded in a shooting Friday afternoon near the intersection of Wesley Avenue and Shipley Avenue in the Wilkens Precinct area, prompting an ongoing investigation by Baltimore County detectives.
Police say the gunfire broke out around 4:40 p.m. on October 17. When officers arrived at the scene, they found evidence of a shooting but no victim present. Investigators later determined that an adult male with a gunshot wound had arrived at a local hospital seeking treatment.
His injuries were described as not life-threatening.
The Baltimore County Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit has taken over the case and is working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No suspects have been identified, and authorities have not disclosed a possible motive.
Detectives are urging anyone with information to call 410-887-4636. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP, where informants may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000. The department’s iWATCH program is also available for residents to share tips.
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Key Points
- A man was shot Friday afternoon near Wesley Avenue and Shipley Avenue in Wilkens
- The victim later showed up at a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
- Police are seeking information and offering a reward of up to $2,000