In the late hours of a Tuesday in November, a burst of violence shattered the night, forever altering the lives of a Baltimore family. Joshua Phillip Noble, a 25-year-old Black man, was sitting in a vehicle with a friend on November 6, 2012, when he was fatally shot. The sudden eruption of gunfire left him critically wounded. In a desperate attempt to save his life, he was driven to St. Agnes Hospital and then transferred to the Maryland Shock Trauma Center, but his injuries proved too severe.
He was pronounced dead in the early morning hours, leaving behind a grieving family and a community searching for answers.
Joshua, known affectionately as 'Cee' to his loved ones, was remembered as a man with a creative spirit and a warm smile. Born on May 8, 1987, to Walter Noble and Tammy Chambers, he was educated within the Baltimore County School System. He had a passion for photography, a love for music, and a keen sense of style. Those who knew him recall a man who cherished his family and friends above all else. He was a son, a grandson, a brother, and a father to his daughter, Shantise Noble. His sudden and violent death left a void in the lives of his extensive family, including his parents, daughter, siblings, and a host of other relatives and friends.
In the wake of the shooting, an investigation was launched into Joshua's death, which was ruled a homicide. He was found at approximately 12:30 a.m. in the 3000 block of Frederick Avenue. Despite the passage of time, publicly available information regarding any arrests or the identification of any suspects in connection with his murder remains scarce. The circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive behind it have not been officially disclosed, leaving his family and community to grapple with the unanswered questions of his tragic and untimely death. The case, like many others, highlights the devastating impact of gun violence on individuals and the enduring pain of those left behind to seek justice.
