BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD – A Thursday night shooting in Parkville left two men hospitalized after one person on the scene admitted to firing a gun, authorities said.
The incident unfolded around 8:35 p.m. near Taylor and Lavender avenues, where responding officers found evidence of gunfire and a man who claimed responsibility for discharging the weapon.
A short time later, two victims with gunshot wounds arrived at a local hospital. Police said their injuries were not life-threatening.
Key Points
- Two men were treated for gunshot wounds after a Parkville shooting Thursday night
- A man at the scene told officers he fired a gun
- Detectives are continuing the investigation but are not seeking additional suspects
Violent Crimes Unit investigates
Baltimore County Police said detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit are leading the investigation into what led up to the shooting. Officials have not released the identities of those involved or clarified whether the man who admitted to firing the weapon was among the injured.
Police are continuing to interview witnesses and gather evidence from the scene, which remained taped off for several hours Thursday night as investigators processed shell casings and other materials.
Reward offered for information
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to call detectives at 410-307-4636. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or online. Tips leading to charges in the case may qualify for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
The investigation remains active as police work to determine the sequence of events that led to the gunfire in the otherwise quiet Parkville neighborhood.