Shortly before dawn on October 17, 2023, gunfire was reported in the 3800 block of Hayward Avenue in Northwest Baltimore. Officers arriving about 4:05 a.m. found 49-year-old Black female Latiesha Lauray suffering from apparent gunshot wounds; medics pronounced her dead at the scene.

The Baltimore Police Department’s Homicide Unit opened a full investigation, canvassing the neighborhood and searching for evidence. As of October 25, 2023, no arrests have been announced and police have not released information about a motive or any person of interest. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit or Metro Crime Stoppers’ anonymous tip line.

If anyone knew Latiesha, witnessed activity in the area that morning, or has information that could help, please contact investigators.