Trooper shot in baltimore as suspect flees in battered infiniti
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Trooper shot in Baltimore as suspect flees in battered Infiniti

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February 24, 2026
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Trooper shot during traffic stop as hunt intensifies for suspect vehicle

BALTIMORE, MD – A Maryland State Trooper was shot during a routine traffic stop in Baltimore, triggering a multi-agency manhunt for a suspect believed to have fled in a damaged Infiniti, officials said.

City leaders confirmed that the Baltimore Police Department is working with Maryland State Police and the Baltimore County Police Department to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the shooting, which occurred Tuesday morning in Baltimore City.

Authorities are searching for a silver or gray Infiniti believed to have front-end damage, broken headlights and dark tinted windows. Officials urged anyone who recognizes the vehicle or suspect to come forward, stating that even small pieces of information could be critical to the investigation.

Trooper shot in baltimore as suspect flees in battered infiniti
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The trooper sustained injuries described as minimal and is expected to make a full recovery, according to officials.

Law enforcement agencies said they are using all available resources to locate the suspect as the investigation continues.

Key Points

  • Maryland State Trooper shot during routine traffic stop in Baltimore
  • Suspect believed to have fled in silver or gray Infiniti with front-end damage
  • Trooper suffered minimal injuries and is expected to recover

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

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