Eastern District Officers Respond to Cliftwood Avenue Murder

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On Oct. 6, at approximately 6:17 p.m., Baltimore Police Department officers responded to the 2000 block of Cliftwood Avenue to investigate a reported shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located a 28-year-old David Boykin unresponsive, suffering from a multiple gunshot wound to the body. The victim was transported to an area hospital and was pronounced deceased a short time later by hospital staff. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore Police Department Homicide detectives at 410-396-2100. Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stopper tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You can also submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.