On 12/03/17 at approximately 2024 hrs the Frederick Police Department responded to an assault involving a handgun that occurred in the area of N. Market St & W. 3rd St. Upon arrival, officers located one victim who had had non-life threatening injuries. Through subsequent investigation, it was determined the victim was assaulted by several individuals. These individuals were a combination of juveniles and adults. It should be noted, the victim was not shot with the handgun, but rather struck by the handgun. At this point in the investigation, the Frederick Police will be charging one of the juveniles involved with 1st and 2nd degree assault. The identity of the juvenile is not be released.
This investigation is open and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call the Frederick Police Department at 301-600-2102. Callers wishing to remain anonymous can contact the department by phone 301-600-TIPS (8477), text at 240-674-TIPS (8477), or email fpdcrimetip@frederickmdpolice.org.
Case Report Number: 2017-100159
Author of Release: Sgt. Paul Beliveau #329
240-674-7782
Public Information Contact: Michele Bowman
301-600-2091 / 240-446-4912