Essex Double Shooting: One Killed, One Injured, Police Say

ESSEX, MD — Police said one man was killed and another injured in a shooting Friday morning in Essex. The double shooting remains under investigation, and there may be a reward for information in the case.

David Leroy King, 29, of the 2100 block of Westfield Avenue, was pronounced deceased at the scene, officials said.

King, who is a rapper by the name of "Dee Dave," was supposed to be headed to perform Friday night in Atlanta, according to WJZ, which reported he also worked as a contractor for BGE.

Another man was also found outside the home in the 900 block of Holgate Drive in Essex suffering from gunshot wounds, police reported. He was taken to a local hospital with injuries that were not believed to be life-threatening.

Police found the two men shot while responding to a call about a shooting at 5:11 a.m., officials said. They were reportedly in the parking lot of an apartment complex.

Anyone with information about the suspects or crimes is asked to call the Baltimore County Police Department's Burglary Unit at 410-307-2020.

People may also send tips to Metro Crime Stoppers, which is a non-government organization. Tips sent to Metro Crime Stoppers leading to an arrest and/or indictment of a suspect may qualify for a reward.

To get in touch with Metro Crime Stoppers, send a text to "CRIMES" (274637) with "MCS" plus the tip; call 1-866-7LOCKUP; or submit a tip online. Tipsters may remain anonymous.