In the evening hours of a Tuesday in West Baltimore, tragedy struck Anton Myron Gladden Jr., a 28-year-old man, whose life was cut short by gunfire. The fatal incident unfolded on April 25, 2023, in the 1900 block of Penrose Avenue. Reports from that evening indicate that the shooting occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m., a time when the day was winding down for many in the city.
Police who responded to the scene discovered a male victim with gunshot wounds to his arm and head.
He was quickly transported to a local hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Anton Myron Gladden Jr. succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The Baltimore Police Department's Homicide Unit has taken charge of the investigation into the death of Mr. Gladden. As of now, details regarding the circumstances that led to the shooting have not been publicly released. There has been no information disseminated regarding a potential suspect or suspects in the case. Law enforcement officials have appealed to the public for assistance, encouraging anyone with information to come forward and contact the homicide detectives or to provide anonymous tips through the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line. The investigation into this untimely death remains ongoing.
