Detectives Launches Investigation into Shooting Homicide of Juvenile in Southeast District

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On March 6, at approximately 2:00 p.m., officers with the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) were dispatched to the 5900 block of East Pratt Street to investigate a reported shooting.

Upon arriving at the location, officers observed 16-year-old Izaiah Carter suffering from gunshot wounds to the head.

Medics responded and transported the victim to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased at 2:39 p.m.

Homicide detectives were notified and assumed control of the investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact homicide detectives at 410-396-2100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.