Baltimore County, Md. — Baltimore County police swarmed a residential block in Catonsville Thursday afternoon after reports of a shooting in the unit block of Hillside Road, according to the Baltimore County Police Department.
Authorities said residents in the area should expect an active police presence as officers continue responding to the incident. The department released the alert on social media roughly five minutes after officers arrived at the scene.
Police have not yet confirmed whether anyone was injured, whether a suspect is in custody, or what circumstances led to the reported shooting.
Heavy Police Presence Reported
The shooting response unfolded in a neighborhood near Hillside Road in Catonsville, a densely populated suburban community west of Baltimore City.
Baltimore County Police urged residents to avoid the immediate area while officers secure the scene and gather information. Investigators have not released details about possible victims or evidence recovered.
Key Points
• Baltimore County police responding to reported shooting on Hillside Road in Catonsville
• Officers maintaining active police presence in the 21228 neighborhood
• No information yet released on injuries, suspects, or arrests
Investigation Remains Active
The Baltimore County Police Department said additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Thursday’s response comes as detectives work to determine what occurred and whether any ongoing threat remains in the area.
Residents near Hillside Road may continue to see patrol vehicles, investigators, and crime scene personnel as the investigation develops.
This is a developing story. Updates will be added as Baltimore County Police release more information.
