Police converged on Melba's Place in the 3100 block of Greenmount Avenue early today after a reported shooting inside the bar. Officers took up positions at the entrance while investigators worked the scene and spoke with people who had been there. As of Tuesday morning, city officials had not released information on any victims or confirmed whether anyone had been arrested.
Scene and witness accounts
Photographer Maggie Ybarra captured images showing two officers standing guard at the front door of Melba's Place on Greenmount Avenue. One man told FOX Baltimore he was inside the bar when one customer shot another, adding that the venue had security staff who were supposed to check patrons for weapons. The station reported its crew was still working to gather more details.
Where this happened
Melba's Place is listed at 3126 Greenmount Ave in local business directories, according to MapQuest. Police have not publicly outlined what led up to the overnight shooting, and it was not immediately clear whether any injuries were considered life-threatening.
Police response and how to help
Northern District detectives typically handle shootings on Greenmount Avenue, and the authorities is asking anyone with information to contact Northern District Shooting Detectives at 410-396-2455, according to Baltimore Police Department. Homicide tips can be called in to 410-396-2100 or submitted anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers as detailed by Maryland Manual.
This story will be updated as police release more information. Anyone with video or tips from overnight is urged to contact Northern District detectives or Metro Crime Stoppers.
