In the early morning hours of Saturday, November 9, 2019, tragedy struck in north Baltimore when 30-year-old David Gilliam, a Black male, was fatally shot. The incident occurred in the 700 block of Belle Terra Avenue, where police responded to reports of a shooting just after 7 a.m. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Gilliam with a gunshot wound to his back.
Emergency medical personnel were called to the scene, but Gilliam's injuries proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced dead at
the location of the shooting. His death was one of many that year, marking the 296th homicide in Baltimore City.
Baltimore City Police homicide detectives immediately launched an investigation into the shooting death of David Gilliam. Authorities have appealed to the public for any information that might lead to the apprehension of the person or persons responsible for this violent act. As of now, details regarding any arrests, suspects, or potential motives have not been publicly released by law enforcement officials. The investigation into the death of David Gilliam remains ongoing as his family and community await answers.
