Gunshot victim walks into hospital following shooting in baltimore
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Gunshot Victim Walks into Hospital Following Shooting in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MD – A gunshot victim who walked into a local hospital prompted a police investigation into a shooting incident in Southwest Baltimore. On Friday, April 12, at approximately 2:54 PM, Southwest District patrol officers were dispatched to the 2000 block of West Pratt Street after a shot-spotter alert was activated.

The unidentified male victim, found at the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds, was reported to have non-life-threatening injuries. Initial investigations confirmed the shooting occurred on West Pratt Street. Southwest District Shooting detectives have taken charge of the inquiry.

Authorities are seeking information from the public and encourage anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact Southwest District detectives at 410-396-2488. For those wishing to provide information anonymously, the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP is available, along with an option to submit tips online through the Metro Crime Stoppers website.

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