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Police Probe Shooting After Car Crashes Into West Baltimore Home, Injuring 27-Year-Old

Police say the driver was likely shot before the crash.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 7 p.m. on Dec. 24 to the 2600 block of West Lafayette Avenue, where a car had crashed into a home and a 27-year-old man inside had an apparent gunshot wound.
  • The man was taken to a hospital, and police said he was in critical condition as of Thursday afternoon.
  • Homicide detectives assumed the case due to the severity of the injuries, with the investigation in its early stages and no suspect information released.
  • Investigators said the shooting may have occurred in the 900 block of Claymont Avenue near the crash site, with police tape seen in the area.
  • The homeowner said the house was condemned following the impact, and police asked anyone with information to call Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or homicide detectives at 410-396-2100.