BALTIMORE, MD – Homicide Detectives have arrested 26-year-old Timothy Shearn in connection with the murder of 26-year-old Deonaye Johnson. The incident occurred on September 9 at the 1000 block of North Arlington Avenue.
Shearn was apprehended without incident in the 1800 block of West Franklin Street on October 12. He now faces charges of first-degree murder after being transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility.
According to investigations, officers responded to a shot-spotter alert on September 9 at approximately 3:09 p.m. Upon arrival, they found Johnson suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body.
Johnson was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased by hospital staff.
The Baltimore Police Department encourages anyone with information regarding the case to contact homicide detectives at 410-396-2100. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may call the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or submit anonymous tips via the MCS website.
Investigation into the homicide continues as authorities seek further information regarding the incident.
A senseless tragedy, one man is behind bars for another’s death.