Police: 1 dead, another injured in Northwest Baltimore shooting Saturday night
On the night of July 16th, 2023, tragedy struck in Northwest Baltimore when a shooting resulted in one death and another injury. The incident occurred in the Park Heights neighborhood, leaving residents and officials concerned about the community’s safety.
Shooting Details
According to the Baltimore Police Department, the shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 16th, in the 3800 block of W. Belvedere Avenue. Officers responded to the scene and discovered two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim died at the scene, while the other was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The identity of the deceased victim has not been released, pending notification of family members. The injured victim has also not been identified, and his condition is unknown.
Community Response
The shooting has left residents of the Park Heights neighborhood shaken and concerned about their safety. Many have taken to social media to express their condolences and call for an end to gun violence in the community.
Baltimore City Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer, who represents the area where the shooting occurred, released a statement expressing his condolences to the deceased victim’s family and calling for an end to the violence.
“The senseless violence that occurred last night in Park Heights is unacceptable and heartbreaking,” Schleifer said. “My thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family. I am committed to working with the Baltimore Police Department and community leaders to ensure that justice is served and that we end the violence that plagues our city.”
Police Investigation
The Baltimore Police Department has launched an investigation into the shooting and is asking anyone with information to come forward. Detectives are currently reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify a suspect or suspects.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Baltimore Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.
Conclusion
The shooting in Northwest Baltimore on July 16th, 2023, resulting in the death of one victim and injury to another, has left the community shaken and concerned about their safety. The Baltimore Police Department has launched an investigation and is asking anyone with information to come forward. Community leaders are calling for an end to the violence that plagues the city and are committed to working with
