The Baltimore Police Department has responded promptly to reports of an “active shooter situation” in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive, which is in close proximity to the university.
Authorities launched an investigation following a report of gunfire near Morgan State University on Tuesday night.
In a recent social media update, the police have urged everyone to seek shelter and avoid the area. Additionally, Baltimore Police have confirmed that several individuals have sustained injuries, though their conditions remain unknown at this time.
BPD is on scene of an active shooter situation in the 1700 block of Argonne Drive. We’re asking everyone to shelter in place and avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/LLhUyf3h8h
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) October 4, 2023
BPD is confirming there are multiple victims involved. Please continue to shelter in place and avoid the area.
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) October 4, 2023
The incident occurred in the vicinity of the Thurgood Marshall Apartments and in close proximity to the Northeast District Police Station. It remains unclear whether any suspects are in custody at this point.
Major police activity happening at Morgan State University. A chopper head is urging people to shelter in place. Officers want people to back up because someone is “still shooting” @wjz pic.twitter.com/AkAkTasptT
— Kelsey Kushner (@KelseyKushnerTV) October 4, 2023
This is believed to be the window the shooter was shooting from. It’s a dorm room on Morgan State @wjz pic.twitter.com/V8ROh2vSQK
— Kelsey Kushner (@KelseyKushnerTV) October 4, 2023
Please Note: An active investigation is currently underway related to a report of shots being fired on or near campus. Please stay clear of the area surrounding Thurgood Marshall Hall and the Murphy Fine Arts Center and shelter in place. pic.twitter.com/MI37wuaLVV
— Morgan State University (@MorganStateU) October 4, 2023