A 16-year-old male found himself in the grips of law enforcement after authorities reported observing him discard a handgun under a vehicle in the Central District. According to a social media post from the Baltimore Police, this incident transpired yesterday.
Central District Juvenile Handgun Arrest
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) October 19, 2024
On October 19, 2024, at approximately 12:12 a.m., Central District officers observed a male discard a handgun under a vehicle in the 400 blk of S. Bond St.
Officers approached the male, who then fled. Following a brief pursuit, the… pic.twitter.com/XlkDgSna5V
Around 12:12 a.m., officers in the 400 block of S. Bond Street spotted a suspect, leading to a short chase that ended with his arrest.
The juvenile was taken to the Central Booking Intake Facility and charged, but his name is not being released because of his age. As the case develops, details are limited, but the effects are significant.
