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Mayor Scott: Baltimore Homicides Hit 50-Year Low
2 Jun
Summary
- Baltimore homicides declined 23% compared to last year.
- City recorded 40 homicides and 120 non-deadly shootings.
- May marked the first single-digit homicide total in decades.
As of June 2, 2026, Baltimore is reporting a significant mid-year decline in crime. Mayor Brandon Scott announced that homicides have decreased by 23% compared to the same period last year. The city has recorded 40 homicides and 120 non-deadly shootings thus far in 2026.
This downward trend includes a notable achievement in May, which concluded with only eight homicides. Mayor Scott stated this marks the first time the city has recorded a single-digit homicide total in more than 50 years. Scott shared these positive developments during a community engagement event in the McElderry Park neighborhood.
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