Investigators Report Homicide of 40-Year-Old Male in Eastern District

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Homicide investigators for the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) are looking for answers regarding a murder which occurred the night of Dec. 26.

On Monday, at approximately 9:42 p.m., Eastern District officers were dispatched to the 700 block of North Curley Street to investigate a ShotSpotter alert for gunfire in the area. 

When officers arrived at the location, they canvassed the area and discovered 40-year-old David Watts Jr. suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Johns Hopkins Hospital by ambulance and pronounced dead by medical personnel shortly after arrival. 

Anyone who has information about this incident is urged to contact detectives at 410-396-2100. 

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