Police Investigating Barricade Situation In West Baltimore
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Baltimore Police are investigating a barricade situation in West Baltimore.
Police on scene of a barricade in the area of the 1600 blk. of Vincent Ct. Expect street closures in area and school delays in the area. pic.twitter.com/tTqXTDZ8LS
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) September 19, 2017
They say the area near the 1600 block of Vincent Court is being affected by closures, including schools in the area.
On Tuesday afternoon, police received a call for a weapon being discharged in the area.
Investigators say a suspect was believed to be in a home in the neighborhood. The police barricade task force is investigating and trying to locate a suspect.
New Song Academy, William Pinderhughes and Gilmor Elementary are all affected by the barricade situation, according to Baltimore City Police spokesman T.J. Smith.
Schools affected: Schools:
— T.J. Smith (@TJSmithSocial) September 19, 2017
New Song Academy
1385 N Gilmor
William Pinderhughes
701 Gold
Gilmor Elem
1311 N Gilmor https://t.co/JCQYC6HZRD
Police say the investigation is ongoing.
This story is being updated.
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