A Towson University student was fatally shot near campus, raising safety concerns among students and the community. The student, 22-year-old Nasir Majied, was shot as he drove north on York Road before entering the main Towson rotary, a bustling commercial area within blocks of the campus.
Investigation Ongoing
Police said another motorist shot at Majied and killed him, then continued north on York Road. No suspect has been arrested yet. A homicide investigation is ongoing, according to the Baltimore County Government.
Heidi Bronson, a recent graduate, said she generally feels secure on campus but has concerns about safety in the surrounding areas. "I feel safe on campus, but once I step off campus, the vibe shifts," she said. "I feel fine off campus during the day, but at night I feel like I need someone with me."
Towson University president Dr. Mark Ginsberg said in a statement that the University "is working to support Nasir's family and friends, while our Office of Public Safety serves as a point of contact in support of the Baltimore County Police Department's investigation." Support is available for students free of charge through the Towson University Counseling Center.
A memorial mass will be held for Majied on Tuesday, June 9, at the Newman Center Chapel, according to a post from the Towson University Catholic Campus Ministry.
Original reporting: Baltimore Fishbowl — read the source article.
