Officers found two of the victims after responding to reports of a shooting in the 1100 block of McAlear Court around 12:35 a.m., Thursday, July 28, authorities say.
The 42-year-old man and 37-year-old female were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.
Medics rushed the victims to a hospital where the woman was stabilized but the man is listed in critical condition, according to investigators.
A third victim, a 36-year-old-woman, was later found stabilized at another local hospital, they noted.
Eastern District detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2433 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup.
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