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Man injured in Wednesday afternoon shooting in Essex

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Posted at 8:24 PM, Feb 24, 2021
and last updated 2021-02-24 20:24:23-05

ESSEX, Md. — Baltimore County Police are investigating a shooting in Essex that left one man injured on Wednesday.

At around 5:32 p.m., officers responded to the unit block of Valley Arbor Court, after gunshots were heard from inside an apartment.

Upon a preliminary investigation, a 27-year-old man suffered at least one gunshot wound to his upper body.

Police continue to look for at least one suspect that fled the apartment on foot following the shooting.

Anyone who may have seen anything or who has additional information is asked to contact detectives by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers.