Baltimore residents were notified Tuesday that police have arrested a man in connection with a west Baltimore shooting that left a 41-year-old dead.
The Baltimore Police Department announced that 38-year-old Derek DeShields Jr. was taken into custody on July 13 during a traffic stop in the 600 block of North Washington Street. DeShields was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility and has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 41-year-old Roderick Coney, officials said.
What happened
Police say the shooting occurred on June 30. Officers responding to a call in the 1300 block of North Stockton Street found Coney suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where medical staff pronounced him dead.
The arrest followed a traffic stop two weeks after the killing. Authorities did not release additional details about the circumstances of the stop, whether any weapon was recovered or whether DeShields has an attorney listed in public records.
Immediate impact and next steps
The charging of DeShields with first-degree murder means prosecutors are alleging an intentional and premeditated killing, a serious charge that can carry life imprisonment under Maryland law. The case will proceed through the criminal justice system, starting with an initial appearance and potential arraignment at the appropriate Baltimore court.
- Victim: Roderick Coney, 41
- Accused: Derek DeShields Jr., 38
- Incident date: June 30
- Arrest date: July 13 (traffic stop, 600 block of North Washington Street)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location of shooting | 1300 block of North Stockton Street, west Baltimore |
| Booking | Central Booking Intake Facility |
City residents in the affected neighborhood may see increased police presence while investigators gather evidence and conduct follow-up interviews. The Baltimore Police Department typically releases additional information to the public as the investigation and prosecution move forward.
No further details about motive, possible accomplices or prior criminal history were provided in the arrest announcement. Prosecutors with the state will determine formal charging documents and next court dates.
The department asks anyone with information about the June 30 shooting to contact detectives or use Baltimore’s established tip lines. Public safety officials often rely on community information in developing cases and identifying witnesses.
This report is based on statements and records provided by the Baltimore Police Department and booking records. Additional developments will be reported as agencies release them.
