46 Bullets Fired in Baltimore Gas Station Crossfire Leave Worker Dead

Forty-six rounds were discharged at a BP gas station in West Baltimore on Oct. 18, resulting in two deaths and five injuries. The incident killed Layla Bailey, 34, a Department of Public Works employee, and DaShawn McCoy, 20, while five others sustained injuries. The shooting occurred just before 10:30 p.m. near the intersection of Edmondson Avenue and North Franklintown Road.

Police Commissioner Richard Worley stated that up to three gunmen used high-powered weapons in the attack. He noted that bullets were fired indiscriminately at groups, often without shooters knowing exactly who was present. As of Wednesday afternoon, detectives had not released a motive and had no one in custody. Authorities continue to urge the public to call Metro Crime Stoppers for tips.

Clarence Thomas, vice president of AFSCME Local 44, described Bailey as an innocent bystander who was merely running errands on her day off. She had worked in the city's water division for more than four years. Thomas said her co-workers plan to adopt her son for the holiday season to ensure the family receives support. He emphasized that Bailey was minding her business when the violence erupted.

Bailey's wife posted an online fundraiser describing her as a hardworking woman who had overcome many challenges. The wife stated that Bailey's loss has affected her deeply. The family remains without a closure, as the case remains open and unsolved. The community is searching for answers ten days after the tragedy.

Baltimore City recorded 102 homicide victims this year through Wednesday, a 6% decrease from the 108 deaths recorded at this time last year. However, non-fatal shootings have increased by 2%. There have been 259 people shot and survived in 2026 compared to 254 in 2025. These figures place the recent incident within the city's current statistical trends for gun violence.

City officials, including Council President Zeke Cohen and Mayor Brandon Scott, have expressed support for Bailey's family. The Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement has also reached out to the victim's relatives. Thomas urged the city to embrace the family during this difficult time. He called on the community to put guns down and end the cycle of violence that claimed Bailey's life.

The shooting highlights the ongoing risk to residents in West Baltimore. The specific details of the encounter remain under investigation. Police are reviewing evidence to identify the shooters. The case remains active as detectives work to build a prosecution.