Man fatally shot on Hamlin Avenue in Baltimore

Man fatally shot on Hamlin Avenue in Baltimore
Baltimore Police Department photo courtesy of Baltimore Police Department

BALTIMORE, MD — A man was fatally shot Saturday night on the 5500 block of Hamlin Avenue, marking the latest homicide under investigation in the city.

Officers arrived at the scene at approximately 8:15 p.m. in response to reports of gunfire and found an unidentified man suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency responders transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Homicide detectives have taken over the case, though details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. The victim’s identity has not yet been released as authorities work to notify next of kin.

Investigators are urging anyone with information about the fatal shooting to contact them at 410-396-2100 or submit tips anonymously via the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP.