In the midst of a violent stretch in Baltimore, Maryland, 27-year-old Justin Forney, a Black male, lost his life on Thursday, February 21, 2019. The incident that claimed Forney's life was a double shooting that also wounded a 27-year-old woman. The two were together in the 5100 block of Chalgrove Avenue in the Central Park Heights neighborhood when the shooting occurred.
Following the shooting, Forney and the injured woman drove to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Justin Forney died from his injuries. His death was one of several homicides that occurred in a particularly violent 24-hour period in the city.
The Baltimore Police Department launched a homicide investigation into Forney's death. However, the case has faced challenges, and as of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. The case remains open, and authorities have encouraged anyone with information to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
