Sniper takes out gunman after burglary call led to hostage situation in Baltimore

11 Mar 2026 • 3:47 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • A police officer was injured and a suspect killed during a hostage situation that began as a burglary in Baltimore Tuesday.
  • Officers responding to a burglary call in Northwest Baltimore were met with gunfire, resulting in a 36-year-old officer being shot in the leg.
  • One female victim escaped the home by jumping from a window, while another person was held at gunpoint by the suspect.
  • SWAT teams rushed to the scene and a sniper shot the suspect, who was pronounced dead, leading to the rescue of the remaining hostage.
  • Baltimore officials, including Mayor Brandon M. Scott, expressed gratitude that there were no further serious injuries, with both hostages taken to hospital for evaluation.

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