BALTIMORE, MD — A teenage boy and girl were shot early Saturday morning inside a Southwest District home, according to Baltimore police.
Officers responded around 2:58 a.m. to the 600 block of Allendale Street after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, police located a 17-year-old male inside the residence with a gunshot wound. The teen was transported by medics to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Police were later notified of a second victim, a 17-year-old female, who had arrived at an area hospital suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Investigators confirmed that both teens were injured in the same shooting on Allendale Street.
Key Points:
- Two 17-year-olds were shot early Saturday morning on Allendale Street.
- Both victims were taken to local hospitals, one with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Police are asking the public for information to assist in the investigation.
Both victims linked to same early morning shooting
Southwest District detectives said the shooting remains under active investigation. Officers determined that both the male and female victims were shot at the same location in the 600 block of Allendale Street, though details on what led to the violence have not been released.
The condition of the male victim has not been disclosed beyond confirmation that he was hospitalized. The female victim’s injuries were described as not life-threatening, according to officials.
Police have not announced any arrests or identified suspects in connection with the incident as of Saturday.
Police seek information from the public
Authorities are urging anyone with details about the shooting to contact Southwest District detectives at 410-396-2488. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup.
The investigation is ongoing as detectives work to determine a motive and identify those responsible.