Bernard Knotts was 26 when he was found shot on August 10, 2021, in the 4200 block of Thayer Court in south Baltimore. The shooting was reported about 7:36 p.m.; first responders transported Knotts to the Maryland Shock Trauma Center but he died of his injuries. His death was ruled a homicide by shooting.

The Baltimore Police Department opened an investigation, but no suspects or arrests have been publicly identified in connection with the killing. Few details about what led to the shooting or who was involved have been released, leaving questions about motive and circumstance unanswered.

If anyone knew Bernard, witnessed the shooting that evening, or has information that could help the investigation, please share what you know.