In the autumn of 2017, the life of Kendel Lecompte, a 27-year-old Black/African American man, was tragically cut short on the streets of Baltimore, Maryland. On Saturday, October 21, 2017, Lecompte was shot in the Reservoir Hill neighborhood. The incident occurred on the 1000 block of W. North Avenue. Following the shooting, he was transported to a local trauma center for medical attention.
Despite the efforts of medical professionals, Kendel Lecompte succumbed to his injuries and was
pronounced dead. Another public record indicates his date of death as October 23, 2017, and notes the location of the incident as the 1500 block of Richland Street. At the time of his death, Lecompte was a resident of the 5100 block of Chalgrove Avenue.
The investigation into Lecompte's murder was launched by the Baltimore Police Department. However, the case proved to be a difficult one, and despite their efforts, no immediate arrests were made in connection with his death. In the years that have followed, there have been no significant public updates regarding any potential suspects or progress in the investigation.
Kendel Lecompte's case is one of many that contributed to the high number of homicides in Baltimore in 2017. His death highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in combating violent crime and the profound impact these unresolved cases have on the community. As of early 2026, the murder of Kendel Lecompte remains unsolved, and his killer or killers have not been brought to justice.
