Western District shooting detectives with the Baltimore Police Department (BPD) have assumed control over the investigation of a non-fatal shooting that occurred on Feb. 28.
On Tuesday, at approximately 01:30 a.m., Western District patrol officers responded to the 500 block of Payson Street to investigate a reported shooting.
When officers arrived at the location, officers located a 22-year-old victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the hand. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
The preliminary investigation found that the victim heard a noise at his rear door, prompting him to investigate. When he opened the door, he saw an unidentified individual with a firearm. During the incident, the victim was shot in the hand while attempting to remove the suspect’s weapon from him. The suspect then fled in an unknown direction.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Western District shooting detectives at 410-396-2477.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip-line at 1-866-7LOCK-UP. You can also anonymously text a tip by visiting the MCS of Maryland website.
