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Police Arrest Suspect in July Pennslyvania Avenue Shooting

In reference to the shooting that occurred in the Western District on July 29, Warrant Apprehension detectives arrested 41-year-old Michael Childs of Baltimore.

Detectives learned Childs shot a 45-year-old male while on the 2400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue following a dispute.

On Oct. 5, investigators arrested Childs and transported him to Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with attempted first-degree murder.  Childs was also arrested on an additional warrant for his involvement in a carjacking. 

Michael Childs is currently being held on a no-bail status.

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