14-Year-Old Shot in Finger on North Dukeland Street; Police Investigate

A 14-year-old male suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to a finger after officers responded to a reported shooting on the 1900 block of North Dukeland Street in Northwest Baltimore, police said. The youth was taken to an area hospital for treatment, and detectives are asking for help from anyone who may have information.

"On January 28, 2026, at approximately 11:20 p.m., Northwest District patrol officers responded to the 1900 block of North Dukeland Street for a report of a shooting," the Baltimore Police Department said in a media advisory. The advisory adds that "officers located a 14‑year‑old male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the finger." "The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment," the department said.

Baltimore Police identified Northwest District detectives as the lead investigators and provided tip lines for the public. "Northwest District detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2466 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup," the advisory states. Local reporting from another outlet gave a slightly different time, saying the shooting occurred "just before 11:30 p.m.," but the department's 11:20 p.m. timestamp is the official account on file.

No suspects, arrests, motive, or additional witness statements were listed in the advisory, and no hospital name or further identifying information about the juvenile was released. That absence of detail is consistent with standard practice in incidents involving minors and with early-stage investigations, but it leaves residents seeking reassurance about prevention and enforcement options.

Baltimore County materials reinforce the public tip framework for Metro Crime Stoppers, noting: "Information provided by phone or online through Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000." The potential reward and the BPD tip lines are immediate avenues for neighbors to pass along video, descriptions, or other leads that could assist detectives.

For nearby residents and community groups, the shooting underscores persistent concerns about public safety in Northwest Baltimore and the importance of neighborhood-level reporting. Block associations, faith leaders, and local merchants often serve as the first line of information sharing; timely tips to detectives can speed an investigation and reduce community anxiety.

Northwest District detectives continue to investigate. Neighbors with video, eyewitness details, or information are urged to call 410-396-2466 or contact Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup; information provided through Metro Crime Stoppers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. The next updates will likely come from the Baltimore Police Department as detectives develop leads.