Predawn gunfire leaves man wounded on west baltimore street

Police searching for answers after early morning shooting on West Lafayette Street

BALTIMORE, Md. — A burst of gunfire shattered the quiet before sunrise in West Baltimore after a 28-year-old man was found wounded in a shooting that unfolded early Wednesday morning.

Western District patrol officers responded around 3:45 a.m. to the 2600 block of West Lafayette Street following reports of a shooting, according to Baltimore Police.

When officers arrived, they located a 28-year-old man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.

The victim was transported to an area hospital, where police said his injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.

Investigators have not released details about a suspect or what may have led to the shooting.

Western District detectives are continuing to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2477 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

Key Points

A 28-year-old man was shot early Wednesday in West Baltimore
The shooting happened in the 2600 block of West Lafayette Street
Police said the victim’s injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening

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