MDTA Police arrest 52-year-old after reported shots fired on northbound I-95 near Hanover Street exit

Arrest follows reported highway shooting near downtown Baltimore

A 52-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a reported shooting on northbound Interstate 95 in Baltimore near the Hanover Street exit, a heavily traveled corridor leading into and out of the city’s downtown and port-adjacent areas.

The Maryland Transportation Authority Police identified the suspect as James Arthur, 52. Authorities said the arrest occurred Thursday, February 19, 2026, and was made without incident. The reported shooting itself occurred on Sunday, February 15, 2026, along the northbound lanes near the Hanover Street exit.

What investigators say happened

Investigators allege Arthur was driving a light-blue vehicle when he fired at the driver of a gray Chevrolet sedan. Officials said no injuries were reported in connection with the incident.

Highway shootings frequently present investigative challenges because events unfold quickly, drivers continue traveling after shots are fired, and the scene can span multiple lanes and ramps. In this case, the reported location near an exit ramp adds complexity, as vehicles may disperse in different directions within seconds.

Charges and next steps in the case

Authorities said Arthur faces weapons and assault charges linked to the alleged shooting. As of Friday, February 20, 2026, investigators have not publicly described a motive or provided additional details about what led to the confrontation inside moving traffic.

Officials said the suspect was arrested without incident and that no injuries were reported.

The investigation remains active. Cases involving gunfire on interstates can involve multiple streams of evidence, including witness statements, surveillance or traffic-camera footage near ramps, vehicle descriptions, and physical indicators such as damaged glass or metal on vehicles that were struck.

Public safety and requests for information

Police are asking anyone who may have seen the incident, observed suspicious driving behavior, or has relevant video—such as dash camera recordings—from the northbound I-95 area near the Hanover Street exit during the morning of February 15 to come forward.

• Location: Northbound I-95 near the Hanover Street exit in Baltimore
• Date of reported shooting: Sunday, February 15, 2026
• Date of arrest: Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Reported vehicles: Light-blue car (alleged shooter) and gray Chevrolet sedan (reported target)

Maryland Transportation Authority Police can be reached at 410-537-6700.