‘Mass shooting’ in Maryland: 1 dead, 9 injured and vehicle on fire

A shooting in Baltimore County, Maryland, on Tuesday left one person dead and nine others injured — and a vehicle engulfed in flames, police said.

Officers with the Baltimore County Police Department responded to the area of ​​Loch Raven Boulevard in Towson around 7:15 p.m. following multiple reports of a shooting.

“When officers arrived, they found a vehicle on its side and on fire,” Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough said during a news conference. “Several victims were discovered and the fire department was alerted to provide assistance.”

“This is being considered a mass shooting,” Baltimore County police wrote in an update X.

McCullough said one person died at the scene and nine others were taken to local hospitals with injuries. Police believe the incident was targeted.

“This appears to be intentional,” McCullough said. “We believe the individuals involved knew each other and there is no ongoing threat to the public.”

The Baltimore Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives also responded to the scene, the agency confirmed to ABC News.

The investigation is still in its early stages. Police are trying to find out what led to the crash and shooting. Evidence of gunshots was found on the facade of a nearby building and shell casings were recovered from the area.

Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski called the event a shocking tragedy. “This kind of violence is rare in Baltimore County,” he said. “We will provide all necessary resources to support our police and fire services as they work to bring justice to those responsible.”

The authorities are urging residents to stay out of the area.

This is a development story. Please check back for updates.