Man Fataly Shot in His Car in Southern District

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On Jan. 23, at approximately 1:04 p.m., Southern District officers for the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) were dispatched to the 3800 block of 8th Street to investigate a reported shooting.

When officers arrived at the location, they observed a 25-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center by ambulance and pronounced dead by medical personnel shortly after arrival.

Homicide investigators assumed control over the investigation. Detectives learned that the victim crashed his vehicle after being shot in the 800 block of Gretna Court. Anyone who has information about this incident is urged to contact detectives at 410-396-2100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous should utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip-line at 1-866-7LOCK-UP or text a tip by visiting the MCS of Maryland website.