Police crime scene. File photo.
Police crime scene. File Photo.

55-Year-Old Man Shot in Baltimore, Police Trace Gunfire to West North Avenue

The wounded man was found on Walbrook Avenue, but detectives say the shooting happened several blocks away.
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September 1, 2026

BALTIMORE, MD. – A 55-year-old man was hospitalized after being shot in Northwest Baltimore late Sunday night, with detectives determining the gunfire occurred on West North Avenue, according to Baltimore Police.

Officers were initially called to the 3100 block of Walbrook Avenue at approximately 10:57 p.m. for a reported shooting. They found the 55-year-old suffering from a gunshot wound and had him transported to an area hospital.

The victim was treated for his injury and was reported in good condition. Northwest District detectives took over the investigation and later determined the shooting itself occurred in the 3100 block of West North Avenue.

Key Points

  • A 55-year-old man was found suffering from a gunshot wound on Walbrook Avenue late Sunday.
  • Baltimore Police determined the shooting occurred in the 3100 block of West North Avenue.
  • The victim was hospitalized and reported in good condition.

Detectives Trace Shooting to West North Avenue

Police did not provide details about what led to the shooting or explain how investigators determined the gunfire occurred on West North Avenue rather than where the victim was found.

No information about a suspected shooter or possible motive was released. Police also did not say how the wounded man traveled from the shooting location to Walbrook Avenue.

The case remains under investigation by Northwest District detectives.

Baltimore Police Seek Information in Shooting

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact Northwest District detectives at 410-396-2466.

Information can also be provided through Metro Crime Stoppers.

Police have not announced an arrest in connection with the shooting.

Where did the Baltimore shooting happen?
Detectives determined that the shooting occurred in the 3100 block of West North Avenue, according to Baltimore Police.

Where did officers find the shooting victim?
Officers responding to the initial call found the 55-year-old man in the 3100 block of Walbrook Avenue.

What is the victim’s condition?
Police said the 55-year-old was transported to an area hospital, treated for his gunshot wound and reported in good condition.

Sources: Baltimore Police Department Northwest District shooting investigation notice.

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