Shoplifter Shoots Store Clerk After being confronted in Baltimore

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – On February 12, 2022, at approximately 12:34 a.m., Central District patrol officers were dispatched to the 400 block of West Mulberry Street to investigate a reported shooting. When officers arrived at the location they observed a 21-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds to the torso.

The victim was transported to an area hospital by ambulance. Central District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and assumed control over the investigation. Detectives learned the victim is a store clerk that gave chase to a fleeing suspect observed stealing cigarettes. During the foot pursuit, the suspect turned and shot at the store clerk, striking him in the torso.

Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators , at 410-396-2411. Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCK-UP. You can also submit an anonymous online text-tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS Maryland website.