Baltimore police made an arrest in the Western District on Tuesday evening, acting on observations that led them to believe a man was armed on the streets. According to a post by the Baltimore Police, joint efforts by officers from the Western and Northern District Action Teams culminated in the apprehension of a 24-year-old male suspect.
Western District Handgun Violation Arrest
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) August 21, 2024
On August 20, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Western and Northern District Action Team officers were in the 800 block of Bentalou Street, conducting an investigation when they observed a 24-year-old male displaying characteristics of… pic.twitter.com/Uc7a3nLXMO
The arrest occurred around 6:30 p.m. after officers, who were conducting an investigation, noticed the suspect exhibiting behaviors consistent with carrying a weapon. The subsequent search resulted in the seizure of both a loaded handgun and controlled dangerous substances (CDS). The police action took place without any reported incidents, suggesting that the situation was resolved efficiently to quickly ensure public safety.
Following the confiscation of the illegal items, the suspect was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility. There, he faced charges pertinent to the handgun violation and possession of CDS. The nature of the investigation leading up to the arrest has not been disclosed.
