Afternoon traffic on Southerly Road in Towson came to a sudden halt yesterday when gunfire rang out on the 900 block, sending one man to the hospital and drawing a heavy police presence to the normally low‑key stretch of road.
Baltimore County police said an adult male was taken to a local hospital following the shooting and that investigators currently believe the incident was isolated, according to Fox Baltimore. Officers stayed on scene as detectives combed the area for evidence and searched for potential witnesses, the station reported.
What Police Are Saying So Far
The Baltimore County Police Department has not released any additional details about a possible suspect or motive while detectives continue their on‑scene work. The department is asking anyone with information about the Southerly Road shooting to call 410-887-4636 (INFO), per the Baltimore County Police Department.
Recent Towson Violence Looms In Background
The shooting adds another high-profile case to an already tense stretch for parts of the county. In December 2024, a mass shooting in Towson left one person dead and nine others wounded, prompting an extensive investigation and stepped-up patrols, according to The Washington Post.
Baltimore County detectives continue to investigate Thursday’s Southerly Road shooting and say they will release more information as it becomes available. This article will be updated with any official announcements or new details.
