One Killed in Southeast District Double Shooting

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On April 6, 2024, at approximately 11:34 p.m., Baltimore Police Department officers responded to the 3700 block of East Lombard Street for reports of a discharging.

Once there, they discovered two adult males (age unknown) suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The first victim, 38-year-old Jose Castron-Merales, sustained a fatal gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased by a medic. Victim 2 sustained an apparent non-life-threatening gunshot wound and was conscious. Victim 2 was transported to an area hospital.

Homicide Detective are investigating. Anyone with any information is asked to contact them at 410-396-2100.

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