Police say a dispute between two adult men over a parking space escalated into gunfire near Leon Day Park on Saturday evening, killing a 12‑year‑old girl and wounding three adults.
Incident details
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley told reporters that officers responded to the 1200 block of North Franklintown Road at about 6:15 p.m. after multiple calls reported gunshots. Two men, described as adult males, opened fire on each other, and the preteen girl was caught in the crossfire.
The girl was taken to a hospital but was later pronounced dead. A 25‑year‑old woman and two men, ages 28 and 23, were also shot. All three surviving victims remain in stable condition.
Official response
Mayor Brandon Scott expressed deep sorrow, calling the incident “one of the most disgusting things I’ve ever seen in my life.” He emphasized that the loss of a child will have a lasting impact on the community and urged anyone with information to contact homicide detectives at 410‑396‑2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers.
Investigation
Police are searching for at least two suspects and have not made any arrests as of Saturday night. The investigation continues, and authorities are asking the public for tips.
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