In the late hours of a Thursday evening in Baltimore, the sound of gunfire shattered the night, leaving a tragic end to the life of Dewan Cornell Holmes. On September 14, 2023, patrol officers in the Central District were drawn to the 400 block of W. Saratoga Street by the distinct crack of gunshots. What they discovered was a scene of violence that had claimed one life and left another individual wounded.
Upon their arrival at approximately 11:39 p.m., officers found two men suffering
from gunshot wounds. Medical personnel were quick to transport both victims to a nearby hospital for urgent care. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Dewan Cornell Holmes, a 35-year-old male, succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. The second victim, a 26-year-old man, was listed in stable condition.
The Baltimore Police Department's Homicide Unit has taken charge of the investigation into this fatal shooting. At this time, no arrests have been announced in connection with the death of Dewan Cornell Holmes, and information regarding any potential suspects has not been made public. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue to seek information from the community to bring clarity and justice to this case.
