Early Morning Maryland Murder Under Investigation After Man Shot In Head, Police Say

A man is dead after being shot multiple times in the head and chest in Baltimore, authorities say.

Baltimore City PD
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08/31/2022 10:30 a.m.

Officers were conducting a follow-up investigation to an incident when they heard gunfire coming from the 2300 block of Ruskin Avenue just before 9 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 31, according to Baltimore police.

Officers were able to locate a 39-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds to the head and upper body. The victim was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore Police Department Homicide detectives at 410-396-2100.

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

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