BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- A 18-year-old was shot in the head Tuesday morning in south Baltimore.

Officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of West Pratt Street around 6:56 a.m. for a shooting.

When they arrived, they found the man suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead shortly after at an area hospital.

 Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore Police Department Homicide detectives, at 410-396-2100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCKUP.  You can also submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.