Baltimore, MD – A verbal altercation lead to the shooting of a man in Eastern Baltimore yesterday afternoon.
Around 4:06 p.m., patrol officers were dispatched to the 4200 block of Sheldon Avenue following reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, a 41-year-old man was discovered with a gunshot wound to his upper body. He was quickly transported to a local hospital, where he is currently listed in stable condition.
The initial investigation into the incident has revealed that the shooting stemmed from a verbal altercation between the victim and an acquaintance, which escalated, resulting in the victim being shot. Eastern District Shooting detectives have since taken over the case, diligently working to piece together the events that led to this violent act.
Authorities are calling on anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward. Information can be relayed to Eastern District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2433. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or via an anonymous online text through the Metro Crime Stoppers website.