News Summary
A 16-year-old boy was shot in West Baltimore on Saturday evening. Local law enforcement responded promptly, and the victim is currently in stable condition. Authorities are seeking information about the incident and encourage community collaboration. This shooting comes amid a broader trend of reduced gun violence in the city, with overall crime rates also declining significantly. Baltimore’s recent statistics indicate a substantial decrease in both homicides and non-fatal shootings compared to last year.
Baltimore – A 16-year-old boy was shot on Saturday evening in West Baltimore, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement. The shooting occurred around 9:00 p.m. in the 4400 block of Frederick Avenue. Officers arrived to find the teenager suffering from a gunshot wound to the body. He was subsequently taken to a nearby hospital, where he is currently reported to be in stable condition.
The Baltimore Police Department has taken control of the investigation surrounding the incident. Detectives are actively gathering information and are urging anyone with knowledge regarding the shooting to come forward. Individuals can contact the Southwest District Shooting detectives at 410-396-2488. For those wishing to provide tips anonymously, they can call the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or submit information online.
As of now, authorities have not released any details concerning potential suspects in the case. The investigation is ongoing as police work to determine the events that led to the shooting.
In recent years, Baltimore has seen a significant drop in gun violence, which stands in contrast to the deadly incidents that have occurred in the past. Statistics indicate that as of August 1, 2025, homicides in the city have decreased by 24.3%, and non-fatal shootings have declined by 19.5% compared to the previous year. In 2023, the city recorded 3,491 victims of gun violence, while this number fell to 2,728 cases in 2024. Over the last twelve months alone, Baltimore has reported 2,525 recorded victims of gun violence.
The reduction in gun violence is part of a broader trend in the city’s crime statistics. The Mayor’s Office has reported decreases across several other crime categories, including auto thefts, which are down by 34%, robberies down 23%, arson down 10%, and carjackings down 15%.
Community members are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity. As the investigation into the shooting of the 16-year-old continues, police hope that increased collaboration with the community will aid in solving this and future incidents. The Baltimore Police Department remains committed to addressing violent crime and ensuring the safety of its residents.
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Additional Resources
- CBS News: Teen Shot in West Baltimore
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence
- Fox Baltimore: One Man Dead After West Baltimore Shooting
- Google Search: Baltimore gun violence
- WMAR 2 News: 16-Year-Old Girl in Critical Condition
- Google Scholar: Baltimore crime statistics
- WBAL: Two Teenagers Shot on Edmondson Avenue
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gun Violence
- Fox Baltimore: Fatal Shooting Under Investigation
- Google News: Baltimore shooting investigation
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