Detectives seek answers after 16 year old shot in Northeast Baltimore
BALTIMORE, MD — A 16-year-old was rushed to a hospital in critical condition after a shooting Wednesday evening in Northeast Baltimore, prompting detectives to launch an investigation and appeal for witnesses.
The shooting was reported at approximately 7:17 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22, in the 5900 block of Bowleys Lane.
Responding officers located the teenage victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper body.
The victim was transported to an area hospital, where police said the teen remains in critical condition.
Detectives assigned to the Baltimore Police Department’s Northeast District Shooting Unit responded to the scene and assumed responsibility for the investigation.
Investigators have not released information about a suspect or a possible motive.
Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Northeast District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2444.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCK-UP or by submitting a tip through the organization’s website.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- A 16-year-old was shot in the upper body Wednesday evening on Bowleys Lane.
- The victim was hospitalized in critical condition.
- Baltimore detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward.