Man shot and killed in broad daylight on Hyden Court as homicide probe unfolds
BALTIMORE, MD — A man was gunned down Thursday morning on a quiet residential block in the city’s Southern District, sparking a full-scale homicide investigation as detectives work to track down his killer.
Officers responded to the 4100 block of Hyden Court just after 10:26 a.m. following reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found a 42-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Medics rushed him to a nearby hospital, but he was later pronounced dead.
The area was cordoned off for hours as investigators canvassed the scene for evidence and witnesses. No suspect information has been released, and the victim’s identity has not yet been disclosed pending family notification.
Detectives from the Baltimore Police Department’s Homicide Unit are now leading the investigation and are urging anyone with information to come forward. Tips can be submitted directly to investigators at 410-396-2100 or anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
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Key Points
- 42-year-old man fatally shot Thursday morning on Hyden Court
- Victim died at the hospital after being transported by medics
- Homicide detectives are seeking tips from the public