Bernard Nathaniel Tillman, 34, was shot and killed outside a gas station in the 2800 block of Edmondson Avenue in Baltimore on June 1, 2022. The shooting happened at about 1:20 p.m.; Tillman, a plumbing apprentice who worked with his father, was pronounced dead at the scene. He is described as a devoted father who enjoyed fishing with his dad.

Surveillance video from the gas station showed a teenager, identified as Shamar Carter, approach Tillman in the parking lot and begin shooting. Tillman drew a handgun but did not fire; after Tillman fell, Carter continued to shoot. Officers on patrol nearby heard the gunfire, chased and apprehended Carter, and recovered a 9mm handgun with an extended magazine.

Carter was charged with Tillman’s murder and, following court proceedings in which family members spoke about their loss, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and a firearm use charge. In May 2023 he entered the plea and in August 2023 he was sentenced to a lengthy term with portions to be served without parole; the judge also recommended participation in a youthful offender rehabilitation program. If anyone knew Bernard or has information about the case, please share what can help the record.