Police in Baltimore are currently investigating a deadly mass shooting that occurred in the city’s Brooklyn neighborhood early Sunday morning. According to CBS Baltimore, at least two people were killed and dozens more were wounded in the shooting, which took place at a block party.
Authorities received multiple calls reporting the shooting at around 12:35 a.m. An 18-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 20-year-old man was pronounced dead later at a local hospital. Nine of the injured victims were transported to hospitals from the scene, while the other 20 victims walked into various hospitals in the area, according to acting Baltimore City Police Commissioner Richard Worley.
A total of 30 people suffered gunshot wounds at the block party, with the victims’ ages ranging from 13 to 32 years old. Fourteen of the victims were under the age of 18, police said.
Police have confirmed that there were at least two shooters and are currently investigating if there were any more involved. It is still unclear if the shooting was targeted.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the homicide unit at 410-396-2100. Community members can also report tips anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers, either by phone or online.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott expressed his determination to find those responsible for the shooting, stating, “We will not stop until we find those cowards who decided to just shoot dozens of people, causing two people to lose their lives.” He called for increased gun control in the city, emphasizing the need to address the issue of illegal guns on the streets.
The investigation into the mass shooting is ongoing, and authorities are committed to holding the responsible individuals accountable. Mayor Scott emphasized the importance of accountability at every level of the illegal gun trade, from those using the guns to those manufacturing and trafficking them.
The tragic incident has deeply affected the city, with the mayor’s office and the police department issuing a joint statement expressing their shock, pain, and trauma. The community is urged to come together and support one another during this difficult time.
As the investigation continues, authorities are determined to bring justice to the victims and their families.
– What steps are the Baltimore police taking to identify and apprehend the additional shooters involved in the mass shooting?
Police in Baltimore are currently investigating a deadly mass shooting that occurred in the city’s Brooklyn neighborhood early Sunday morning. According to CBS Baltimore, at least two people were killed and dozens more were wounded in the shooting, which took place at a block party.
Authorities received multiple calls reporting the shooting at around 12:35 a.m. An 18-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 20-year-old man was pronounced dead later at a local hospital. Nine of the injured victims were transported to hospitals from the scene, while the other 20 victims walked into various hospitals in the area, according to acting Baltimore City Police Commissioner Richard Worley.
A total of 30 people suffered gunshot wounds at the block party, with the victims’ ages ranging from 13 to 32 years old. Fourteen of the victims were under the age of 18, police said.
Police confirmed that there were at least two shooters and are currently investigating if there were any more involved. It is still unclear if the shooting was targeted.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the homicide unit at 410-396-2100. Community members can also report tips anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers, either by phone or online.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott expressed his determination to find those responsible for the shooting, stating, “We will not stop until we find those cowards who decided to just shoot dozens of people, causing two people to lose their lives.” He called for increased gun control in the city, emphasizing the need to address the issue of illegal guns on the streets.
The investigation into the mass shooting is ongoing, and authorities are committed to holding the responsible individuals accountable. Mayor Scott emphasized the importance of accountability at every level of the illegal gun trade, from those using the guns to those manufacturing and trafficking them.
The tragic incident has deeply affected the city, with the mayor’s office and the police department issuing a joint statement expressing their shock, pain, and trauma. The community is urged to come together and support one another during this difficult time.
As the investigation continues, authorities are determined to bring justice to the victims and their families.
This is a tragic and heart-wrenching incident that highlights the urgent need for stronger gun control measures and community support in tackling the underlying issues that lead to such violence. My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families.