On Jan. 7, 2023, at approximately 12:57 p.m., Northwest patrol officers responded to the 3800 block of Penhurst Avenue to investigate a reported shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located a 38-year-old  male victim partially inside a vehicle, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was uncooperative and refused to provide the incident location. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Northwest District Shooting detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Northwest District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2466.

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