Baltimore University Area Shooting
Baltimore Police Investigate Shooting Near Morgan State, Three Men Stable
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At least three men were shot at a shopping center near Morgan State University in Baltimore's New Northwood neighborhood around 5 p.m. on Friday, according to Kentucky.com. The victims, aged 24 and 25, suffered multiple gunshot wounds but were transported to a hospital and are all in stable condition.
Investigators placed more than 25 yellow evidence markers across the parking lot of the shopping plaza where the shooting took place. Suspects reportedly displayed and fired a weapon before fleeing the scene, Charlotte Observer reported.
Three Victims Shot in Busy Shopping Plaza Parking Lot
The shooting happened at a shopping center close to Morgan State University, a historically Black university in northeast Baltimore. Police responded to the scene around 5 p.m. Friday. All three victims were young men, with ages ranging from 24 to 25 years old, Bradenton.com reported.
Each victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the severity of the attack, all three were listed in stable condition after being rushed to a nearby hospital. No deaths were reported.
Suspects Opened Fire Then Fled the Scene
Witnesses reported that the suspects openly displayed a weapon before firing shots in the parking lot. The suspects then fled before police arrived, according to Ledger-Enquirer. No arrests had been announced as of the initial reports.
The large number of evidence markers — more than 25 — spread across the parking lot suggests a significant volume of shell casings or other physical evidence was recovered. Investigators were working to identify and locate those responsible.
Morgan State University Area Has Seen Past Violence
The New Northwood neighborhood sits adjacent to Morgan State University's campus. The area near the university has been the scene of gun violence in the past. In 2023, a mass shooting on the Morgan State campus left five students injured during a homecoming week event.
Friday's shooting did not take place on university grounds. However, its proximity to the campus raised concerns among community members. Baltimore Police are leading the investigation, Idaho Statesman reported.
Baltimore Police Seek Leads as Investigation Continues
Baltimore Police have not released descriptions of the suspects or a motive for the shooting. The investigation is active and ongoing, according to Bellingham Herald. Authorities have not said whether the victims and suspects knew each other.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact Baltimore Police. The volume of evidence collected at the scene suggests investigators have physical clues to work with as they pursue the case.
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