A 12-year-old girl was fatally shot in Baltimore, US, during a dispute over a parking space. The incident occurred on Saturday at around 18:00 EDT in a park where children were playing American football. The girl was caught in the crossfire of bullets between two men who were allegedly fighting over a parking space.
In addition to the young girl, a woman was also found with gunshot wounds when police arrived on the scene. Two men visited area hospitals for injuries believed to be related to the shooting, police said. The girl, who has not been named by police, was pronounced dead in hospital. The other three individuals who were injured have non-life-threatening injuries.
Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley said at a news conference that police are searching for at least two suspects. No arrests have been made. Worley described the incident as "one of the most disgusting things" he had ever seen. "What we know is there was some type of argument between two cowards," Worley said. "They both opened fire on each other. In the crossfire, a 12-year-old little girl, who was probably down there watching football, was shot and killed."
The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott condemning the violence. "Two grown men got into an argument, and now a 12-year-old is gone," Scott said at the news conference. "We never should have to say something like that. What happened out here today is one of the most disgusting things I've ever seen in my life."
Authorities are still investigating the shooting and have asked any witnesses to bring information to police. It remains unclear how many shots were fired, Worley said. The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the dispute over the parking space and the subsequent shooting.
The shooting has raised concerns about public safety in Baltimore, particularly in areas where children are present. The city's authorities have vowed to take action to prevent such incidents in the future. The police investigation is ongoing, with officers reviewing security footage and conducting interviews with witnesses.
The community is in shock over the senseless violence that claimed the life of a young girl. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for continued efforts to address gun violence and promote community safety. The police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation.
Key points
- A 12-year-old girl was killed in Baltimore during a dispute over a parking space.
- The incident occurred on Saturday at around 18:00 EDT in a park where children were playing American football.
- Police are searching for at least two suspects and have urged witnesses to come forward with information.
