In the early hours of April 5, 2026, a dispute in Baltimore's Federal Hill neighborhood turned deadly, claiming the life of 40-year-old Brandon Long Sr. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. in the 200 block of Key Highway. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered Long unresponsive with a gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the location.
Surveillance footage from the area captured the chaotic moments surrounding the shooting.
A group of people were seen running away after the sound of gunshots. Long was among those fleeing but collapsed onto a nearby sidewalk. The shooting has raised concerns among community leaders and residents about late-night safety in the area, which has reportedly been an issue for years. In response to the violence, a city councilman has called for a comprehensive plan to address the problems.
The investigation into Brandon Long's death led to an arrest on April 15. Travon Lemon, a 27-year-old resident of Maryland, was taken into custody and has been charged with first-degree murder, assault, and handgun violations. In addition to the arrest, the Baltimore Police are seeking the public's assistance in identifying two women who are believed to have been involved in the incident. Investigators released a video showing the two women in the hopes that someone will recognize them. The investigation remains active as authorities continue to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting.
