Media Advisory: May 15, 2026

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Southeast District Shooting Investigation

On May 15, 2026, at approximately 5:39 p.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of North Potomac Street to investigate a reported shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located a 15-year-old male and a 17-year-old male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the body. Both victims were transported to an area hospital, listed in stable condition.

Southeast District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation. Individuals with information are urged to contact Southeast District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2422.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP. Alternatively, they may submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.

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Northeast District Shooting Investigation

On May 15, 2026, at approximately 4:16 p.m., Northeast District officers responded to the 4300 block of Furley Avenue to investigate a reported shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to an area hospital, listed in stable condition.

Northeast District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation. Individuals with information are urged to contact Northeast District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2444.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP. Alternatively, they may submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.

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Southwest District Homicide Investigation
 
On May 15, 2026, at approximately 12:49 a.m., Southwest District patrol officers responded to the 1800 block of West Lexington Street (rear) for a report of a shooting.
 
Once there, officers located a 22-year-old female and a 34-year-old male, both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
 
Medics responded to the location and transported the victims to area hospitals, where they later died.
 
Homicide detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7-Lockup.
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