Western District Attempted Murder Arrest

In reference to two shootings that occurred in the Western District, investigators have arrested 21-year-old Michael Reed and 46-year-old Wesley Spencer, of Baltimore.

Reed and Spencer were arrested in connection with the shooting that occurred on July 8, 2025, in the 1200 block of West North Avenue, when the two men engaged in a shootout, resulting in 46-year-old Wesley Spencer being shot.

Investigators arrested Wesley Spencer on July 9, 2025, following his release from an area Hospital. 

Spencer was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with attempted first-degree murder.

Through the course of the investigation, detectives learned that Michael Reed was also connected to the shooting of a 45-year-old male that occurred on July 10, 2025, in the 1200 block of West North Avenue.

On July 15, 2025, Regional Auto Theft Taskforce (RATT) officers arrested Michael Reed in the 8800 block of Loch Raven Boulevard and transported him to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with attempted first-degree murder.

“I’ve said it many times: anyone who chooses to carry and use deadly weapons on the streets of Baltimore will be held accountable," said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. "I am grateful to BPD and the detectives who worked to solve this case and bring closure to the victims. As we continue to tackle the epidemic of violence in Baltimore, we remain committed to the strategies we know are working to bring crime to historic lows. That includes not only deterrence and community investment, but also accountability for those who choose to bring violence our neighborhoods."

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Western District Shooting Investigation

On July 10, 2025, at approximately 11:16 a.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of W. North Avenue in reference to a ShotSpotter alert.

Officers arrived on the scene and found evidence of a crime scene, but no victim. A short time later, officers received a call for a walk-in shooting victim seeking treatment at an area hospital.

Once at the hospital, officers observed a 45-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Western District Shooting Detectives are investigating this incident and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2677.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP.  You may also anonymously text a tip by visiting the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website.

 

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Western District Shooting Investigation 

On July 8, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Western District officers responded to the 1200 block of W. North Avenue in reference to a ShotSpotter alert. 

Once on scene, Officers located a 46-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to area hospitals for treatment in serious condition.

Western District Shooting Detectives are currently investigating this incident and asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2477. 

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP.  You may also anonymously text a tip by visiting the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website.