An off-duty Baltimore police officer was wounded by gunfire Saturday night, prompting homicide detectives to lead the investigation into the shooting.
BALTIMORE, Md. — An off-duty Baltimore police officer was hospitalized after being shot Saturday night in East Baltimore, according to the Baltimore Police Department.
Officers responded at approximately 8:32 p.m. on July 11 to the 2100 block of Sinclair Lane for a reported shooting.
When officers arrived, they found the off-duty officer suffering from an apparent graze wound to the arm.
The officer was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were described as non-life-threatening.
Homicide detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation.
Police have not released additional information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or any possible suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Baltimore Police Homicide detectives at 410-396-2100. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or through the organization’s website.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- An off-duty Baltimore police officer was shot Saturday night on Sinclair Lane.
- The officer suffered a graze wound to the arm and was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting.
