Suspect Named In Shooting Of Two Elderly Victims, Police Declare Him Public Enemy No. 1

Baltimore police have named the man wanted in the Monday shooting of two elderly victims and designated him public enemy No. 1.

Carl Anthony Cooper allegedly fired the shots that struck Hogan McGill, 82, and Martha Gilliard, 90, in the leg. Police say Cooper, 36, had a background of drug offenses.

"Right now, it appears that the motive behind the shooting has a drug nexus to it and the two individuals were caught in the crossfire," criminal investigations chief Col. Stanley Brandford said.

Earlier this week, police released video of the shooter.

Video of suspect in shooting of elderly siblings. Reward of up to $12,000 now being offered. https://t.co/xfqUz94h0O pic.twitter.com/NkRZpxNyrL — Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) February 24, 2016

"We take no delight in announcing Public Enemy No. 1," Commissioner Kevin Davis said, though he noted that recent such declarations have been followed with tips and swift arrests.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction on top of a $2,000 reward from Metro Crime Stoppers.

Anyone with information is asked to call 410-396-2221 or Metro Crime Stoppers.

"Today's announcement by the Baltimore City Police Department is welcomed news," the victims' families said in a statement released by police. "We are elated by this information, but understand this is one of the first steps in the justice process. We await more news from the Police Department on an arrest."