Shooting Near Towson University Prompts Shelter-in-Place Order
An 18-year-old was shot near Towson University, prompting a shelter-in-place order that was later lifted.
Baltimore, MD, September 28, 2026 —
An incident involving a shooting near the campus of Towson University resulted in a temporary shelter-in-place order for students and staff.
The victim, identified as an 18-year-old, was shot in an area proximate to the university. Following the report of the shooting, authorities issued a shelter-in-place directive. This measure was enacted to ensure the safety of individuals in the vicinity.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting have not been fully detailed. Information regarding the identity of the shooter, the motive, or the specific location of the incident beyond being near the university was not immediately available.
The condition of the 18-year-old victim was also not provided in the initial reports. Details about the medical attention received or their current status are pending.
After a period, the shelter-in-place order was lifted. The duration of the order and the specific timeline for its lifting were not specified.
Investigations into the incident are presumed to be underway, though specific details about law enforcement’s progress or any arrests made have not been released.
Further updates are expected as more information becomes available from official sources.
Story summarized from the original created by CBS Baltimore on www.cbsnews.com, see more information here.
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