Police crime scene. File photo.
Police crime scene. File Photo.

Man walks up to officers after being shot in West Baltimore

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July 13, 2026
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A 36-year-old man flagged down patrol officers after being shot, leading police to a West Baltimore crime scene now under investigation.

BALTIMORE, Md. — A 36-year-old man approached Baltimore police officers Sunday night after being shot in West Baltimore, according to the Baltimore Police Department.

At approximately 10:08 p.m. on July 12, officers were patrolling near Pennsylvania Avenue when the victim told them he had been shot in the 1200 block of Laurens Street.

The man suffered an apparent gunshot wound to the body and was transported to a local hospital.

Police said the victim was listed in stable condition.

Western District shooting detectives responded to the scene on Laurens Street and assumed control of the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Western District shooting detectives at 410-396-2477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7LOCK-UP or online.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Key Points

  • A 36-year-old man approached officers after being shot in West Baltimore.
  • The victim said the shooting occurred in the 1200 block of Laurens Street.
  • Detectives are investigating, and the victim is in stable condition.
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