Man found dead in Northwest Baltimore alley in broad daylight as homicide probe launched
BALTIMORE, MD — A 57-year-old man was found fatally injured in the rear alley of a Northwest Baltimore neighborhood Wednesday afternoon, triggering a homicide investigation as police search for answers in the daylight death.
Shortly after 2:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5300 block of Gist Avenue for a welfare check when they discovered the man suffering from trauma to his upper body. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead a short time later.
The discovery was made behind homes in the Callaway-Garrison neighborhood, a residential area lined with row houses and alleys — a setting that has seen sporadic violence in recent years but rarely during daytime hours.
Homicide detectives quickly arrived at the scene and took over the case. No weapon was recovered, and no suspects or motive have been identified. Police have not released the victim’s name pending family notification.
The nature of the victim’s injuries has not been disclosed, though the trauma was serious enough to result in death despite emergency medical intervention.
Officials are urging anyone with information to come forward. The department’s homicide unit can be reached directly at 410-396-2100. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or via the group’s website.
As the investigation continues, the quiet residential block remains unsettled by the sudden burst of violence in broad daylight.
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Key Points
- A 57-year-old man was found dead with upper body trauma in a Northwest Baltimore alley
- The victim died at a hospital after being discovered behind homes on Gist Avenue
- Homicide detectives are leading the investigation, with no suspects or motive released