Man blasted in leg in broad daylight near busy city intersection

Man shot in leg near Reisterstown Road walks into hospital for help

Baltimore, MD — A 40-year-old man is recovering after walking into a local hospital Wednesday afternoon with a gunshot wound to the leg, prompting a police investigation into a daylight shooting in the city’s Northwest District.

Just after 3:15 p.m., officers were called to the hospital, where the man had arrived seeking treatment. Medical staff confirmed he had sustained a gunshot wound to his leg, and he was listed in stable condition.

Investigators determined the shooting occurred near the intersection of Reisterstown Road and Quantico Avenue, though the exact circumstances of the incident remain unclear. The victim has not publicly disclosed further details about the shooting.

Northwest District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and have taken over the case. No arrests have been made as of Wednesday evening.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact detectives or submit an anonymous tip via Metro Crime Stoppers.

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Key Points

A 40-year-old man was shot in the leg and walked into a hospital for treatment
Shooting occurred near Reisterstown Road and Quantico Avenue Wednesday afternoon
Victim is in stable condition as detectives continue to investigate

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