From The Banner · Justin Fenton · · 1m 10s
Baltimore Mayor Addresses Gun Violence Surge
Baltimore mayor calls for urgent action after spike in multi-victim shootings.
In brief
Baltimore mayor calls for urgent action after spike in multi-victim shootings. Baltimore mayor summons public safety leaders to address recent surge in multi-victim shootings after October became deadliest month with 17 deaths. Originally reported by The Banner.
Mayor Scott Summons Leaders
Baltimore mayor Brandon Scott summoned public safety leaders to City Hall Tuesday to address recent shootings.
October Deadliest Month
October has been the deadliest month with 17 people killed and multiple shootings across neighborhoods.
Recent Shooting Spikes
Six people shot Monday in Franklintown and Belair-Edison neighborhoods, three died; eight shot Sunday, two fatally.
Homicides Down
Homicides fell 24% in 2023, 21% in 2024, and 31% last year with 101 deaths this year.
Police Response
Police commissioner Richard Worley said they need renewed urgency to stop feuds between groups causing violence.
Community Impact
Don’nel Brooks, 57, expressed frustration over lack of services before major shootings in his neighborhood.
Seven Mass Shootings
City saw seven mass shootings this year, compared to four in 2025, with four or more victims each.
Next Steps
Officials plan to leverage community partnerships to respond to incidents and check on neighbors daily.
The key point
Baltimore mayor summons public safety leaders to address recent surge in multi-victim shootings after October became deadliest month with 17 deaths.
