Arrest made in Central District attempted murder, suspect charged
Baltimore police arrested 36 year old Deaontae Fleming in connection with a November 5 shooting that left a 30 year old man wounded. The arrest narrows an open violent crime investigation and offers residents new information about police follow up and how to provide tips.
Investigators took 36 year old Deaontae Fleming into custody on December 1, and charged him with Attempted First Degree Murder in relation to a November 5 shooting in the Central District. Fleming was processed at the Central Booking Intake Facility after the arrest, which police say closed a key lead in the shooting probe.
On the night of November 5, at approximately 9:07 p.m., a 30 year old male walked into police headquarters suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper body. Officers transported the victim to a nearby hospital where he was listed in stable condition. Detectives from the Central District Shooting unit responded and assumed control of the investigation at the scene near the unit block of North Gay Street.
The charged arrest is significant for neighbors and business owners near North Gay Street because it moves an active investigation toward resolution and reduces uncertainty about public safety in the immediate area. An arrest does not resolve all community questions about why the shooting occurred, who else may be involved, or how similar incidents can be prevented, but it is the first formal step toward accountability in the criminal justice process.
The case highlights the role of community information in solving violent crimes. Central District Shooting detectives continue to seek additional witnesses or tipsters who can assist the investigation. Residents with information can contact Central District Shooting detectives at 410 396 2411. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Metro Crime Stoppers at 1 866 7LOCKUP. Media inquiries may be directed to the Baltimore Police Department Media Relations office at mediarelations@baltimorecity.gov or 410 396 2012.
As the prosecution moves forward, Baltimore residents and civic leaders will be watching how investigators, prosecutors, and community partners respond to questions about crime trends and neighborhood safety. Continued transparency about investigatory steps and outcomes will be important for public trust and for guiding local policy discussions about policing and public safety resources.
