Teen Girl Struck as Gunfire Erupts in Northwest Baltimore

Baltimore Police Car Courtesy of BPD

BALTIMORE — A 16-year-old girl was injured in a shooting Friday afternoon in Northwest Baltimore, according to the Baltimore Police Department. The incident occurred in the 3800 block of Chatham Road, where Northwest District patrol officers responded at approximately 4:57 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers found the teenage victim inside a residence with a gunshot wound to the upper body. The girl was immediately transported to a local hospital, where she is currently listed in stable condition.

The investigation has been taken over by Northwest District Shooting detectives.

“Detectives are actively investigating this incident,” the Baltimore Police Department said in a statement.

Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact Northwest District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2466.

As of now, no details have been released regarding possible suspects or motives. The investigation is ongoing.

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