Eastern District Homicide Arrest

On October 7, 2024, members of the Warrant Apprehension Task Force arrested 43-year-old Eric Kibler.

Detectives were able to positively identify Kibler as the shooter who killed 36-year-old Anthony Martin in the 1300 block of North Spring Street on August 18, 2024.

Eric Kibler was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with first-degree murder and additional charges.

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Original Advisory

Eastern District Homicide Investigation

On August 18, 2024, at approximately 8:01 p.m., Eastern District patrol officers responded to the 1300 block of N. Spring Street in reference to multiple calls of a reported shooting.

Once there, officers located multiple victims on the scene suffering from gunshot wounds. A short time later, additional victims walked into area hospitals seeking treatment for gunshot wounds. Eight total shooting victims were identified by officers.

The victims include a 36-year-old male, a 46-year-old male, a 23-year-old male, a 40-year-old male, a 41-year-old female, a 45-year-old male, a 22-year-old male, and an unidentified adult male.

Medics arrived at the location and transported the victims to area hospitals, where the 36-year-old male was pronounced deceased. The remaining victims range from critical condition to stable condition.

Homicide detectives responded to the scene and assumed control over the investigation.

Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2100. Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stopper tip line at 1-866-7-LockUp.