Active Shooter Incident in Baltimore Leaves Officer and Suspect Wounded
Baltimore, MD – A Baltimore police officer and a suspect were shot Tuesday during an active shooter incident in the northwest of the city, authorities reported. The incident unfolded in the 6200 block of Park Heights Avenue, prompting a significant police response and a warning for residents to avoid the area.
The Baltimore Police Department (BPD) first announced the situation on social media, stating an officer had been transported to Shock Trauma, a regional trauma center. The BPD also confirmed a suspect was shot and urged the public to stay away from the surrounding blocks.
“BPD is on scene of an Active Shooter Incident in the 6200 block of Parl Heights Avenue. An officer has been shot & transported to Shock Trauma. A suspect was also shot. Avoid the surrounding areas. More information will be provided as it becomes available,” the department posted on X.
Details surrounding the circumstances that led to the shooting remain limited. Police have not yet released information regarding the condition of the officer or the suspect.
This incident adds to a growing national concern regarding gun violence and its impact on law enforcement. According to data from the National Police Foundation, firearm-related incidents involving officers have seen a concerning rise in recent years, highlighting the inherent risks faced by those serving in law enforcement.
Updates will be provided as they become available.