BALTIMORE, MD — A suspect has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in the 2100 block of Druid Hill Avenue late last year, Baltimore Police announced.
Investigators determined that 31-year-old Joshua Austin, a Baltimore resident, was responsible for the December 27 shooting that claimed the life of 21-year-old Tyrez Countess.
Austin’s arrest unfolded on January 20 at approximately 11:27 p.m., when officers with Foxtrot (Aviation) tracked a vehicle linked to a domestic assault and carjacking in Baltimore County. The pursuit ended in the 2900 block of Riggs Avenue, where Austin fled on foot but was apprehended after a brief chase.
Austin has been charged with first-degree murder, handgun violations, and first-degree assault. He remains in custody without bail at the Central Booking Intake Facility.
The original incident occurred on December 27, when Western District officers responded to a shot-spotter alert. Countess was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds and later died at an area hospital.
Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact police or submit tips anonymously via Metro Crime Stoppers.