Struggle for Attempted Robber’s Gun Injures Three

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On March 9, at approximately 11:54 p.m., Northern District patrol officers responded to the 900 block of Beaumont Avenue for a reported shooting investigation.

Upon arrival, Baltimore Police Department officers located a 17-year-old male and a 19-year-old male victims suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to the body. Both victims were transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

A third victim was found on the 5200 block of Midwood Avenue who was not shot but was physically assaulted and sustained a laceration to the face. The individual declined medical assistance.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the victims were walking on 5200 Midwood Avenue when two unidentified black male suspects approached the victims with weapons and announced a robbery. A struggle for the suspect’s gun ensued, resulting in the gun discharging and striking two victims.

Northeast District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Northeast District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2444.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You may also submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.

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