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Fatal Shooting In West Baltimore Marks 299th Homicide Of The Year

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- As Baltimore's homicide count continues to close in on 300 for the year, another shooting is reported in West Baltimore Wednesday evening was deemed fatal.

Chopper 13 was over the crime scene in the 2800 block of Parkwood Avenue around 4:30 p.m.

Police confirmed Wednesday night the shooting was fatal.

Officers arrived on the scene and found a 24-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds to his body. He was taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries.

Baltimore is at 299 homicides for the year.

Homicide detectives are investigating this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup. You can also text tips to 443-902-4824.

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