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Fatal Shooting in a Baltimore Park Claims Life of a 12-Year-Old Girl
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Incident Details
Police say two men engaged in an argument over a parking space in a park where children were playing American football. The dispute escalated into gunfire, and a 12-year-old girl—who was not a target—was struck by a bullet and later pronounced dead at a hospital. A woman was also found with gunshot wounds, and two men received treatment for injuries believed to be related to the shooting. All four victims survived with non-life-threatening injuries except the girl. Police are searching for at least two suspects; no arrests have been made. The shooting occurred after 18:00 EDT (23:00 BST) on Saturday, and investigators have not determined how many rounds were fired.
Official Statements & Responses
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley briefed the media, emphasizing that the two adults “opened fire on each other” and that the child was an unintended victim. He noted that the investigation remains ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact authorities.
Verbatim Quotes
- “What we know is there was some type of argument between two cowards,” — Richard Worley, baltimore police commissioner
- “They both opened fire on each other. In the crossfire, a 12-year-old little girl, who was probably down there watching football, was shot and killed.” — Richard Worley, baltimore police commissioner
- “Two grown men got into an argument, and now a 12-year-old is gone,” — Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott
Community Impact
The incident has heightened concerns about gun violence in public spaces and sparked calls for increased safety measures at parks and recreational areas. Local residents expressed shock and sorrow, and community leaders have pledged to work with law-enforcement agencies to prevent similar tragedies. The city’s leadership reiterated a commitment to thorough investigation and to providing resources for those affected.