18-Year-Old Arrested for Attempted Murder in Baltimore

18-Year-Old Arrested for Attempted Murder in Baltimore
Quick Arrest Made in Northwest D.C. Robbery Attempt WASHINGTON, DC - Following a Northwest robbery attempt, D.C. Metro Police Department’s Third District detectives have swiftly apprehended a suspect. The incident occurred today around 2:53 PM, in the 1200 block of W Street, Northwest. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Lenare Leath, Jr. of Northwest D.C., allegedly brandished a knife and pushed the victim to the ground in an attempt to steal their property. After a struggle, the suspect fled empty-handed but was quickly caught by responding officers. The victim sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Leath has been charged with Assault with Intent to Commit Robbery. Photo 107991078 | Arrest © Oleg Dudko | Dreamstime.com

Baltimore, MD – An 18-year-old named London Stevenson has been arrested in connection with a shooting incident that took place on September 8, 2023, in Baltimore’s Western District.

Stevenson is alleged to have shot a 14-year-old female in the 2100 block of Presstman Street. After an investigation, detectives identified Stevenson as the suspect and secured a warrant for his arrest.

On Sunday, at approximately 5:45 a.m., Stevenson was apprehended without incident in the 2900 block of Southland Avenue. He was charged with attempted first-degree murder following his transport to the Central Booking Intake Facility.

The original incident prompted officers to respond to a ShotSpotter alert at North Pulaski Street and Presstman Street. The victim was found with a gunshot wound and taken to an area hospital, where she remains in stable condition.

Detectives urge anyone with further information to contact them.