During a press conference today, Baltimore County Police Chief Robert O. McCullough provided an update on the mass shooting in Towson that occurred Tuesday evening. Preliminary investigations revealed that all known victims were traveling together in a vehicle that crashed at the scene. Chief McCullough confirmed that one victim has been released from the hospital and emphasized that this appears to be an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the community.
The victims have been identified as follows:
– **Deceased Victim:** Charles Graham Jr., a 26-year-old male.
– **Victims with Gunshot Wounds:** A 27-year-old male, two 18-year-old males, a 17-year-old male, a 16-year-old male, a 14-year-old male, a 15-year-old female, and a 17-year-old female.
– **Injured Victim (Non-Gunshot Wound):** A 24-year-old male.
The shooting happened around 7:15 p.m. in the 8500 block of Loch Raven Boulevard in Towson. Officers from the Towson Precinct responded to multiple reports of gunfire and found ten individuals injured upon arrival. Charles Graham Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene from an apparent gunshot wound, while the other nine victims were taken to trauma centers, most with gunshot wounds.
Detectives are diligently working to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting. They are collecting evidence and conducting interviews, with further updates to be provided as more information becomes available. Baltimore County Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the department at 410-887-4636 (INFO) or submit information anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-756-2587 (7LOCKUP). Anonymous tips may qualify for a cash reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest or resolution of the case.
Chief McCullough reiterated the police department’s commitment to pursuing every lead to bring closure to the victims and their families following this tragic event. As the investigation continues, the community is encouraged to provide any relevant information that could assist in solving the case. Baltimore County Police remain focused on resolving this incident and ensuring justice for those affected.
