A Baltimore man accused in a non-fatal shooting on Oakford Avenue has declined the state’s plea offer, opting instead to proceed toward trial.
Brandon Therron Spencer, 49, appeared before Baltimore Circuit Court Judge Melissa Copeland in connection with a non-fatal shooting on March 30, 2026, on the 3100 block of Oakford Avenue. Spencer faces multiple charges, including attempted first-degree murder, firearm use in a felony-violent crime, handgun possession, illegal possession of ammunition, and discharging a firearm within city limits.
According to the statement of charges, officers responded to the scene after being flagged down by witnesses reporting gunfire. Upon arrival, officers found cartridge casings and blood residue .
The victim was later located at Sinai Hospital with multiple gunshot wounds to the jaw, legs, and lower back. Witnesses stated that a cookout was taking place when an argument broke out involving a man matching Spencer’s description. When the victim attempted to intervene, Spencer allegedly retrieved a firearm and began shooting. CCTV footage also captured a second shooter, allegedly identified as Spencer’s son, Therron Antonio Spencer, firing multiple rounds before fleeing the area. He’s charged as a co-defendant in the case.
Records show that Brandon Spencer has prior convictions for first-degree assault and handgun use in a crime, dating back to July 1, 2002. During the hearing, the prosecution offered a plea deal of 60 years, suspending all but 30 years for the attempted murder charge and five years without parole for firearm use, which was later declined.
Defense attorney Michael Clinkscales requested additional time to review discovery materials and gather further evidence from prosecution.
The Hicks speedy trial deadline date is set for November 29, with a jury trial scheduled for October 19 before Judge Robert Taylor Jr, expected to last four days.
