Baltimore, MD — A juvenile male was hospitalized after being shot in the ankle Monday evening in Baltimore’s Western District, police said.
Officers responded to the 500 block of Wilson Street at approximately 5:47 p.m. after a shot-spotter alert detected gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they found the unidentified juvenile suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was listed in stable condition, according to police.
Key points:
- Juvenile male shot in the ankle Monday evening on Wilson Street
- Shot-spotter alert led officers to the location of the shooting
- Victim transported to hospital and listed in stable condition
Detectives seek leads in Wilson Street shooting
Western District shooting detectives responded to the scene and have taken over the investigation. No suspect information has been released, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear.
Officials have not disclosed the exact age of the victim and said the investigation is ongoing as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview potential witnesses.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact Western District detectives or submit anonymous tips to Metro Crime Stoppers.
Public asked for help as detectives investigate juvenile shooting
The Western District case adds to a number of shooting investigations underway across Baltimore. Police are appealing to the public to come forward with any information that might help solve the case.
Tips can be submitted anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP or by submitting an online text tip through the MCS website.
