BALTIMORE, MD — A man was fatally shot late Sunday night in Baltimore’s Southwest District, prompting a homicide investigation, authorities said.
Officers responded to the 1900 block of West Fayette Street at approximately 10:39 p.m. on October 27 after receiving a ShotSpotter alert indicating gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they found an unidentified male suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, but despite medical efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation and are working to identify the victim and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact detectives at 410-396-2100. Those who wish to remain anonymous can reach Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or submit tips online through the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website.