19-year-old survives gunfire after chaotic West Baltimore pursuit
BALTIMORE, Md. — A 19-year-old shooting victim was rushed to a Baltimore hospital Wednesday afternoon as officers launched a foot chase that ended with a person of interest in custody following gunfire in West Baltimore, police said.
Baltimore Police said Western District officers responded around 3:59 p.m. to a residence in the 2000 block of North Bentalou Street after reports of a shooting.
When officers arrived, investigators learned family members had already transported the victim to a nearby hospital.
Police said the 19-year-old male was being treated for non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to his arm.
During the investigation, officers identified and pursued a person of interest on foot before taking the individual into custody.
Authorities said the person of interest was later transported to a hospital for injuries.
Police also confirmed an officer suffered a minor hand injury during the incident.
Western District shooting detectives continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Anyone with information is urged to contact detectives at 410-396-2477 or submit anonymous tips through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
Key Points
- A 19-year-old man was shot in West Baltimore
- Police detained a person of interest after a foot pursuit
- An officer suffered a minor injury during the incident