Baltimore Woman Charged in Attempted Robbery, Shooting of Sex Solicitation Victim

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A 19-year-old Baltimore woman named Yashmita India Gibson has been charged with attempted murder, assault, firearm use, and conspiracy to commit armed robbery for her alleged role in the shooting of a man who had solicited paid sexual acts from her in August 2025. Gibson is accused of conspiring with an unidentified man to rob the victim after he arrived at an apartment complex to meet her, leading to the victim being shot in the lower back.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers and risks associated with sex solicitation, as well as the broader issue of violent crime in Baltimore. It also raises questions about the criminal justice system's approach to crimes involving sex work and whether more can be done to protect vulnerable individuals.

The details

According to charging documents, the victim had driven to the Walther Apartments in Northeast Baltimore on August 29, 2025, following an agreement to conduct sexual acts with Gibson. After the victim placed $400 in cash on the center console of his car, Gibson allegedly grabbed the money and exited the vehicle. An unidentified man then entered the car through the rear door, placed a gun to the victim's head, and opened fire, striking the victim in the lower back. The victim was transported to a hospital in critical condition, while Gibson and the armed man fled the scene. Investigators later found evidence that Gibson had deleted her social media profiles and conversations with the victim related to their arrangement.

• On August 29, 2025, the incident occurred at the Walther Apartments in Northeast Baltimore.
• On February 19, 2026, a May trial was set for Yashmita India Gibson.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Yashmita India Gibson out on bail.