Two Killed in Shooting at Baltimore Gas Station
Layla Bailey and DaShawn McCoy died after gunmen opened fire at an Edmondson Avenue gas station.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Violence
Two people, including a Baltimore Department of Public Works employee, were killed during a mass shooting at a BP gas station. Five other individuals sustained injuries when gunfire erupted in the 2800-block of Edmondson Avenue.
Why it matters
The violent incident involving high-powered weaponry has shaken the community as residents grapple with the surge of public gunfire. Authorities are working to identify the assailants responsible for the barrage of bullets.
Police confirmed that approximately 46 rounds were fired by three gunmen during the incident. While 102 homicides have been recorded in Baltimore this year, an additional 259 people have been shot and survived.
The players
Layla Bailey
She was a 34-year-old employee who served the Baltimore Department of Public Works for more than four years.
DaShawn McCoy
He was a 20-year-old victim who lost his life during the shooting incident.
The details
Three gunmen utilized high-powered weapons to fire 46 rounds indiscriminately at a group of people near North Franklintown Road. The shooting claimed the lives of 34-year-old Layla Bailey, who worked for the city for four years, and 20-year-old DaShawn McCoy.
Timeline
The shooting occurred on October 18, 2026.
No arrests were reported as of October 28, 2026.
Legal Context
This tragedy occurs within the context of the city of Baltimore's 2026 homicide rate, which has tracked 6 percent lower than the previous year. Law enforcement continues to investigate the use of high-powered weapons in a public space.
The indiscriminate nature of the shooting has prompted heightened concern among local residents regarding security at high-traffic public sites. Authorities continue to seek information to assist in the identification of the three involved gunmen.
The takeaway
Incidents involving multiple gunmen and high-powered weapons underscore the ongoing challenges faced by local law enforcement in managing public violence. Residents should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police.
Further reading
For more information on local safety trends, visit the Violence section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CBS News.
