Baltimore man, 24, charged in Dolphin Street shooting, police say – CBS Baltimore

BALTIMORE (WJZ) — A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a shooting in Baltimore earlier this month, authorities said on Wednesday.

Hakeem Smith is charged with conspiracy to murder in the shooting that took place on March 8 at the 500 block of Dolphin Street, Baltimore Police said.

CONTINUE READING: Try again to free the Ever Forward in Chesapeake Bay

Officers who were called to the scene around 2 p.m. that day found a 42-year-old man who had been shot. The victim was taken into shock trauma for treatment of his injuries.

CONTINUE READING: Maryland Weather: Patchy showers, then warming up

Based on preliminary evidence and witness testimony, detectives identified Smith as the suspect who shot and a warrant has been issued for his arrest, police said.

Smith was taken into custody on March 24.

MORE NEWS: State Scholarship Fund may soon cover children of first responders

He remains in detention without bail while awaiting a trial in the case.