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Baltimore man shot in the middle of the afternoon on East 34th Street

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August 18, 2026

East 34th Street shooting sends man to hospital and launches search for answers

BALTIMORE, MD – A 35-year-old man was shot in broad daylight Monday on East 34th Street in Baltimore, sending him to a hospital and launching an investigation into who opened fire and what led to the shooting.

Officers responded to the 600 block of East 34th Street at approximately 1:37 p.m. Monday for a report of a firearm being discharged, according to Baltimore Police.

Officers find wounded man

When officers reached the scene, they found the 35-year-old suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his body.

The victim was transported to an area hospital.

Police said he was listed in stable condition.

No additional information about the extent of his injuries was released.

Detectives search for answers

Northern District Shooting detectives responded and took control of the investigation.

Police did not announce an arrest or provide a suspect description in the information released Monday.

A possible motive or circumstances leading to the shooting were also not disclosed.

Anyone with information can contact Northern District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2455.

Anonymous information can be provided through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCK-UP or through the organization’s online tip service.


Key Points

  • A 35-year-old man was shot Monday afternoon in the 600 block of East 34th Street in Baltimore.
  • The victim was transported to an area hospital and listed in stable condition.
  • No arrest, suspect description or motive was announced in the initial police report.
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