Body pulled from Inner Harbor near Light Street prompts Baltimore death investigation
BALTIMORE, MD – A grim discovery unfolded Sunday morning along the Inner Harbor when a body was spotted floating in the water near the 400 block of Light Street, triggering a death investigation by city police.
At approximately 8:57 a.m., Baltimore Police responded to reports of a body in the water. Upon arrival, officers located an unidentified adult male, who was removed from the harbor and pronounced dead by medics at the scene.
The man’s body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, where authorities will determine both his identity and official cause of death. The circumstances leading to how the body ended up in the water remain unclear.
Homicide Detectives have been notified and are actively investigating. Police have not stated whether foul play is suspected at this time. No further details were immediately released regarding the condition of the body or potential witnesses.
The stretch of Light Street bordering the harbor draws early morning joggers, tourists, and nearby residents, making the discovery especially jarring for passersby. Investigators are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to piece together the final moments of the man’s life.
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Key Points
- Body of an unidentified man recovered from water near Light Street Sunday morning
- Victim was pronounced dead at the scene; cause of death pending Medical Examiner’s review
- Homicide Detectives notified and investigating circumstances surrounding the discovery