Maryland State Police are investigating a shooting in Westminster on January 31st

- Jackson Avery


 

Reported by Westminster Police Department on February 1st:

Police Investigating Shooting

The WPD would like to make the community aware of a shooting that occurred at approximately 11:15 PM last night in the 100blk of S. Center Street. The victim has passed away from his injuries. Police do not believe this to be a random act and believe that the victim was targeted, and that there is no immediate danger to the public. The Maryland State Police are investigating this crime.


Further public communications will be sent from the Maryland State Police. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to call the Maryland State Police at (410) 386-3000.

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Here is the area of the incident noted above:


A search of the Maryland State Police News Releases did not reveal any additional information at the time of this post. If additional details are released I will get that out to the Blog readers.

Scott E

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Jackson Avery

Jackson Avery

I’m a journalist focused on politics and everyday social issues, with a passion for clear, human-centered reporting. I began my career in local newsrooms across the Midwest, where I learned the value of listening before writing. I believe good journalism doesn’t just inform — it connects.