BALTIMORE, MD — Two people killed and 28 others injured in a mass shooting in Baltimore, according to police.
Around 12:35 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to multiple calls of a reported shooting.
When they arrived, officers discovered multiple shooting victims.
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Nine victims were transported from the scene to area hospitals, and 20 victims walked into area hospitals across the region.
An 18-year-old woman died on the scene, and a 20-year-old man died at a local hospital a short time later.
Three victims are listed in critical condition, and the remaining victims, ranging in age and condition, remain at local hospitals.
Twelve Patients are currently being treated at Shock Trauma, four others are being treated at the University of Maryland Center's Pediatric Emergency Department.
Homicide detectives responded to the scene and assumed control of the investigation.
Mayor Brandon Scott, the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement, and Baltimore Police issued a joint statement saying the following:
“In the early morning hours of July 2, a horrific mass shooting occurred at Brooklyn Homes in South Baltimore. At this time, two people have been killed and 28 others injured, leaving three people in critical condition. My heart is with those who lost their lives, all those who are now battling injuries, and their loved ones. This community should also know that they have our wholehearted support during this unimaginably difficult time. This act of violence has shaken our city to the very core, and we are all grappling with the shock, pain, and trauma that accompanies such a heinous act of destruction.
“This investigation is ongoing, and we will not rest until the people responsible are held accountable. This tragedy again shows why we must continue to focus on the amount of illegal guns on our streets that make it into the hands of individuals who should not have them and continuously carry out violent acts in our city. There must be accountability at each level of the illegal gun trade from those using them, those trafficking them to those who manufacture them in ways they know will lead to violence. I’m asking that anyone who has information on who committed this cowardly, violent act to come forward and help us secure justice for the Brooklyn community.
“To support residents of South Baltimore during this time, my office has stood up immediate resources in and surrounding the Brooklyn Homes area. Today, the Brooklyn Homes Community Center will serve as a central place for various city agencies to provide residents immediate aid and services.
“My Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (MONSE) will immediately begin their work activating a Coordinated Neighborhood Stabilization Response within this community, focused on addressing trauma and stabilizing the neighborhood in partnership with community-based organizations and City agencies.
“In the coming days, our community will undoubtedly be faced with grief, questions, and the need for answers. I assure you that the Baltimore Police Department, MONSE, and every other city agency is working diligently to investigate, engage residents, and keep everyone informed of additional pertinent information when it becomes available.”
