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Burglarizing Brothers Busted Targeting Properties In DC, Montgomery County: Police Burglarizing Brothers Busted Targeting Properties In DC, Montgomery County: Police
Burglarizing Brothers Busted Targeting Properties In DC, Montgomery County: Police Two brothers busted for at least two burglaries at area residences and are facing charges after being found with stolen items in a Catonsville home, police say. Alex Dumitru, 23, and younger brother Natalian Dumitru, 18, have been arrested for burglarizing two properties as the Montgomery County Department of Police continues to probe a recent string of robberies.  Between March and April, police say that unknown suspects forced entry into these places, damaging and stealing property before fleeing:  A residence attached to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in the 15000 block of Go…
Innocent Woman, 37, Killed By Wrong-Way Driver In I-695 Police Pursuit (UPDATE) Innocent Woman, 37, Killed By Wrong-Way Driver In I-695 Police Pursuit (UPDATE)
Innocent Woman, 37, Killed By Wrong-Way Driver In I-695 Police Pursuit (Update) Police have identified the innocent driver killed by a wrong-way car thief during a police pursuit on I-695 earlier this week. Dimeka Thornton, 37, of Windsor Mill, was operating an Acura TSX when she was struck by a driver in a stolen car in the outer loop, on the ramp to Exit 18 to Liberty Road around 12:15 a.m. Monday, April 8, the Maryland Attorney General's Office said in a release. Just prior to the crash, officers were patrolling near the 1800 block of Belmont Avenue in Windsor Mill when they saw a car reported stolen in a hotel parking lot, officials said. A man then got into the ca…
'Vast Amount' Of Dangerous Drugs Seized During Bust In Maryland, Police Say 'Vast Amount' Of Dangerous Drugs Seized During Bust In Maryland, Police Say
'Vast Amount' Of Dangerous Drugs Seized During Bust In Maryland, Police Say A lengthy investigation into reported drug dealings in Baltimore led to the arrest of a 50-year-old man and a massive seizure, police say.  On Wednesday, the Baltimore Police Department announced that a suspected drug trafficker in the city has been taken into custody, and assorted drugs and cash were recovered by detectives. Police say that on Thursday, March 7, Baltimore City and Baltimore County Narcotics Taskforce members executed a search and seizure warrant in the 1000 block of Middle River Road, where they found "a vast amount of controlled dangerous substances, US currency…
Man Arrested For Murder Of 23-Year-Old Woman Found Shot In Car: Baltimore County Police Man Arrested For Murder Of 23-Year-Old Woman Found Shot In Car: Baltimore County Police
Man Arrested For Murder Of 23-Year-Old Woman Found Shot In Car: Baltimore County Police A man was arrested and charged with the murder of a 23-year-old found shot inside a vehicle in Baltimore over the weekend, authorities announced. Cameron Murel, 24, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of Asia Lilly, 23, Baltimore County Police said Tuesday. Lilly was found inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds to the upper body and later pronounced dead as officers responded to the 6600 block of Collinsdale Rd. around 5:25 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17. Murel was being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center without bond. Want breaking news in the DMV as it …
Man Accused Of Targeting Transgender Person Through Dating App In Maryland: Police Man Accused Of Targeting Transgender Person Through Dating App In Maryland: Police
Man Accused Of Targeting Transgender Person Through Dating App In Maryland: Police A 22-year-old man has been accused of sexually assaulting a transgender person he targeted using a dating app in Maryland. Jalen Green was charged with first-degree rape, first-degree assault, armed robbery, weapons offenses, and other related charges, Baltimore County Police said Thursday, Feb. 15. Green used a dating app to target a member of the transgender community ahead of the assault, which police say occurred near the 3000 block of Putty Hill Avenue around 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 11. He was being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center. The Baltimore County Polic…
Man Found Unresponsive After Baltimore County Crash; Homicide Detectives Investigating: Police Man Found Unresponsive After Baltimore County Crash; Homicide Detectives Investigating: Police
Man Found Unresponsive After Baltimore County Crash; Homicide Detectives Investigating: Police A Baltimore County crash that left a 29-year-old man dead has prompted an investigation by local homicide detectives. The crash occurred near the 1400 block of Fuselage Avenue around 7 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28, Baltimore County Police said. Kevin Murcua-Regalado was found unresponsive inside the vehicle, suffering from upper body injuries. He was taken to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead a short time later. The cause of Murcua-Regalado’s injuries is being investigated by Baltimore County homicide detectives. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Baltimore County …
School Community Working To Get Families Displaced By Two-Alarm MD Fire Back On Their Feet School Community Working To Get Families Displaced By Two-Alarm MD Fire Back On Their Feet
School Community Working To Get Families Displaced By Two-Alarm MD Fire Back On Their Feet Members of a tight-knit community are rallying around the families who were displaced by a fast-moving fire that tore through the back of one Baltimore County home before spreading to two neighboring residences.  A structure fire was reported shortly after 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17 in the unit block of Warren Road in Essex, where fire crews were met by visible flames and smoke coming from multiple levels of the home. The blaze spread to two other homes and displaced a total of 17 residents, as well as eight animals, Baltimore County Police said. Two injured and multiple pets dis…
17 Displaced By Tricky Two-Alarm Baltimore County Fire That Sent Two To Hospital: Officials 17 Displaced By Tricky Two-Alarm Baltimore County Fire That Sent Two To Hospital: Officials
17 Displaced By Tricky Two-Alarm Baltimore County Fire That Sent Two To Hospital: Officials Seventeen residents were displaced and two people were injured as a fast-moving fire tore through the back of a Baltimore County home and spread to two others early on Wednesday morning, officials say. Crews responded to investigate reports of a structure fire on the unit block of Warren Road just after 2 a.m. on Jan. 17 and found visible flames coming from the back of the home on multiple levels. The blaze spread to two other homes and displaced a total of 17 residents, as well as eight animals, Baltimore County Police said. Two injured and multiple pets displaced in early morning Ess…
Bodies Of Two Men Pulled From Maryland River, Officials Say Bodies Of Two Men Pulled From Maryland River, Officials Say
Bodies Of Two Men Pulled From Maryland River, Officials Say The search for multiple swimmers reported missing in the Gunpowder River in Maryland has reached a grisly conclusion. The Baltimore County Fire Department confirmed that the bodies of two men have been recovered from the Gunpowder River following a search and rescue operation that began on Monday afternoon. #update OPEN WATER RESCUE Gunpowder Park Beach #MiddleRiver | Crews continue to search for 1 additional victim after 2 have been removed from water | @BaltCoPolice & @mdsp aviation assisting in search. DT1829 TF pic.twitter.com/dV3iX52sKs — Baltimore County Fire Department (@Balt…
Multi-State Investigation Leads To Bust Of Thieving Romanian Nationals In MD Facing Deportation Multi-State Investigation Leads To Bust Of Thieving Romanian Nationals In MD Facing Deportation
Multi-State Investigation Leads To Bust Of Thieving Romanian Nationals In MD Facing Deportation Sometimes, it takes a village. A widespread, multi-agency investigation that coursed through multiple states has led to the apprehension of three Romanian nationals involved in a rash of recent regional burglaries and thefts throughout Maryland and Pennsylvania. Officials in Frederick County announced the arrests on Friday, March 17 following the apprehension of the three suspects, who were wanted on multiple charges and could face deportation. Those charged on out-of-state warrants: Stefan Chicui, 43; Anisoara Nistor, 41; Ana Maria Velcu, 33. Following their arrests, US Immigrations…
Body Found In Baltimore County Identified: Police Body Found In Baltimore County Identified: Police
Body Found In Baltimore County Identified: Police A 47-year-old man has died after being attacked in Baltimore County, police say. Baltimore County Police located the body of Tavone Cotten shortly after noon in the 4100 block of Wilkens Avenue on Sunday, March 5. Cotten appeared to have been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have yet to identify a suspect or motive for the crime and are still actively investigating. 
Teen Latest Victim Of Gun Violence In Downtown Towson, Police Say Teen Latest Victim Of Gun Violence In Downtown Towson, Police Say
Teen Latest Victim Of Gun Violence In Downtown Towson, Police Say A 17-year-old Baltimore teen is dead after a shooting on Monday night in the heart of downtown Towson. Tre'shaun Harmon has been identified as the latest victim of violent crime in Baltimore, a County Police spokesperson announced on Tuesday, Feb. 21 following the overnight shooting. Police were called to the area of East Joppa Road and Delaware Avenue around 7 p.m., on Monday, Feb. 20, after receiving reports of a shooting, according to police. Once on the scene, police located Harmon, who had been shot multiple times. Medics arrived to the scene and rushed the teen to an area hospit…
Here's What We Know About The 36-Hour Manhunt For David Linthicum In Maryland Here's What We Know About The 36-Hour Manhunt For David Linthicum In Maryland
Here's What We Know About The 36-Hour Manhunt For David Linthicum In Maryland David Linthicum was apprehended early on Friday morning following an intensive two-day manhunt where he shot two Baltimore County Police officers, according to officials. At approximately 5:45 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 10, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies were able to surround the 24-year-old Linthicum near the Fallston Mall in Harford County, where he was ultimately taken into custody. The Baltimore County Police Department would like to thank our federal, state, and allied agency partners with this multijurisdictional investigation. Also, thank you to the Baltimore County…
Victim Fights For Life After Lansdowne High School Assault Victim Fights For Life After Lansdowne High School Assault
Victim Fights For Life After Lansdowne High School Assault A 15-year-old student has been rushed to the hospital after an assault that occurred at Lansdowne High School, officials confirm. A juvenile was taken into custody after the incident, which reportedly left the unidentified victim with serious injuries, according to Baltimore County Police. Police say the assault happened shortly before 1 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 10. All after school activities were canceled after the incident. This is a developing story.
Murderer Who Spat On Woman After Road-Rage Killing In Maryland Gets Life Without Parole Murderer Who Spat On Woman After Road-Rage Killing In Maryland Gets Life Without Parole
Murderer Who Spat On Woman After Road-Rage Killing In Maryland Gets Life Without Parole A man who spat on his victim after fatally shooting her during a road-rage incident in Maryland will spend the rest of his life in prison after being sentenced for murder, the Baltimore State's Attorney announced. Ricky Raheem Charles, 32, was sentenced on Thursday, Jan. 5 to life in prison without parole after being convicted on in September last year of first-degree premeditated murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence following an incident in September 2019. The Baltimore County State's Attorney's Office said that at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 19, 2019, …
Baby Abducted By Gunman Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Christmas Attack: PD Baby Abducted By Gunman Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Christmas Attack: PD
Baby Abducted By Gunman Who Left Victim For Dead In Maryland Christmas Attack: PD A 31-year-old gunman abducted a baby and fled in his victim's car after shooting her and leaving her to die in a Christmas attack, authorities in Baltimore County said. Dariel Williams allegedly shot the woman on Joggins Court in Bowley's Quarters, then stole her car and took a 1-year-old boy with him sometime after 11 p.m., county police said. The woman was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said. Williams was later identified as the suspect and charged with attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, motor vehicle theft, and the use of a firear…
Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment
Swift Arrest Made After Body Found In Maryland Apartment A suspect was arrested in connection to a fatal shooting in Cockeysville, authorities say. Officers initially responded to the unit block of Queensbridge Court around 6 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 7 after reports of a shooting, according to Baltimore County Police. When officers arrived to the scene, they located Azayn Antrobus, 23, dead at the scene from apparent gunshot wounds. A suspect was arrested about an hour after Antrobus was found dead in the apartment on Queensbridge Court. 
Threats Made Targeting Staff Members Leads To Increased Police Presence At Maryland HS Threats Made Targeting Staff Members Leads To Increased Police Presence At Maryland HS
Threats Made Targeting Staff Members Leads To Increased Police Presence At Maryland HS There will be an increased police presence at a Maryland high school on Thursday morning after police were called in to investigate a threat. On Wednesday, Nov. 30, Baltimore County Police Schools administrators advised county police about an emailed threat targeting High School staff members that they have received. Baltimore County Police investigators were called in and ultimately determined the threats in the email were unsubstantiated, the agency announced on Thursday, Dec. 1.  The nature of the threat was not disclosed by authorities. According to officials, “out of an abundan…
Police ID Woman Killed In Massive Two-Alarm Maryland Townhouse Fire, Officials Say Police ID Woman Killed In Massive Two-Alarm Maryland Townhouse Fire, Officials Say
Police ID Woman Killed In Massive Two-Alarm Maryland Townhouse Fire, Officials Say New information has been released by police investigators as they continue to probe a fatal two-alarm fire that took the life of a Baltimore County woman in White Marsh. Amanda Nicole Altman, 41, of the unit block of Wolf Trap Court in White Marsh, has been identified by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner as the one fatality in a massive blaze that broke out in her townhouse, officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 30.  First responders were dispatched to Wolf Trap Court at approximately 4 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 20, where there were reports of a fire that broke out with people trapped i…
Baltimore County Police Seek Public's Aid In Cracking Unsolved Murder Investigation Baltimore County Police Seek Public's Aid In Cracking Unsolved Murder Investigation
Baltimore County Police Seek Public's Aid In Cracking Unsolved Murder Investigation Baltimore County detectives are asking for the public’s help finding the suspect responsible for a fatal October shooting, authorities say. Robert Perkins, 40, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the 4500 block of Brightwater Court around 2:30 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 2, according to Baltimore County police. Perkins was rushed to a hospital where he succumbed to his wounds several days later. Please contact 410-307-2020 with information about this crime. Callers may remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers Of Maryland.
Extensive Investigation Leads To Bust Of Youth Pastor Who Abused Children In Maryland: Police Extensive Investigation Leads To Bust Of Youth Pastor Who Abused Children In Maryland: Police
Extensive Investigation Leads To Bust Of Youth Pastor Who Abused Children In Maryland: Police A former teacher and youth pastor in Baltimore County accused of abusing at least two children has been arrested, authorities say. On Monday, Oct. 24, Baltimore County Police announced the arrest of Thomas J Brackett, 59, after allegations surfaced that Brackett abused the children while working as a teacher and youth pastor in Baltimore County from 1984-1985. Baltimore County Crimes Against Children detectives began investigating this case earlier this year after they were notified of the abuse.  Brackett faces multiple charges of Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Offenses. He is curre…
Man Convicted Of Shooting Victim During Road-Rage Incident, Spitting On Her Face In Maryland Man Convicted Of Shooting Victim During Road-Rage Incident, Spitting On Her Face In Maryland
Man Convicted Of Shooting Victim During Road-Rage Incident, Spitting On Her Face In Maryland A man who spat on his victim after fatally shooting her during a road-rage incident in Maryland could spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of murder, the Baltimore State's Attorney announced. Ricky Raheem Charles, 32, was convicted on Thursday, Sept. 22 of first-degree premeditated murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence following an incident in September 2019. State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger said that at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Sept. 19, 2019, Baltimore County police investigators responded to Fairview Avenue in Dundalk, where ther…
Suspects ID'd After Explosive Device Was Placed Outside Pine Grove Middle School Suspects ID'd After Explosive Device Was Placed Outside Pine Grove Middle School
Suspects ID'd After Explosive Device Was Placed Outside Pine Grove Middle School Baltimore County detectives have identified two individuals connected to placing an explosive device inside of a vehicle parked outside of Pine Grove Middle School that caused the evacuation of two schools, authorities say. Joseph Vickery, 43, and Kristen Vickery, 39, were identified as the individuals arrested after a suspicious package was reported outside of the school, confirm Baltimore County police. Baltimore County police were first made aware of an individual who was possibly in possession of an explosive device by Howard County police on Monday, Sept. 19. Police were able to detain…
Arrests Made After 'Suspicious Package' Found At Pine Grove Middle School Evacuated Students Arrests Made After 'Suspicious Package' Found At Pine Grove Middle School Evacuated Students
Arrests Made After 'Suspicious Package' Found At Pine Grove Middle School Evacuated Students Baltimore County Police have arrested two suspects after a suspicious package found at Pine Grove Middle School caused the middle school and nearby elementary school to evacuate, authorities say. Police arrested the first suspect at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 20, around the same time the package was found near the middle school, according to Baltimore County Police. During the evacuation of the school, officers made a second arrest in the 1600 block of Whitehead Court. Detectives believe that there are no additional suspects at this time. Baltimore County Schools will have an increased pol…
Suspects Charged After Assaulting Police Officer Before Officer-Involved Shooting Suspects Charged After Assaulting Police Officer Before Officer-Involved Shooting
Suspects Charged After Assaulting Police Officer Before Officer-Involved Shooting Two suspects have been arrested following a violent attack of a Baltimore County Police Officer over the weekend, authorities say. Alicia Page, 30, and Kelly Anthony, 31, were taken into custody following the incident that occurred at the intersection of Philadelphia Road and Hamilton Avenue around 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 10, according to Baltimore County Police. Page has been charged with attempted first-degree murder, first and second degree assault, as well as theft and malicious destruction of property after allegedly assaulting an officer then purposefully driving into police units and…
Here's The Latest On The Off-Duty Officer-Involved Weekend Shooting In Maryland Here's The Latest On The Off-Duty Officer-Involved Weekend Shooting In Maryland
Here's The Latest On The Off-Duty Officer-Involved Weekend Shooting In Maryland An off-duty police officer in Baltimore County who was working a second job was hospitalized after being involved in a weekend shooting in Rosedale, authorities announced. Shortly after 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 10, a Baltimore County police officer was assaulted while working a uniformed-secondary job as security in the 8100 block of Honeygo Boulevard, officials said. The incident was reportedly over a shoplifting complaint at an Old Navy store, according to WBAL Officers later conducted a traffic stop of the suspect vehicle at the intersection of Philadelphia Road and Hamilton Avenue, po…
Juvenile Suspect Apprehended In Connection To Two Sexual Assaults In Maryland, Police Say Juvenile Suspect Apprehended In Connection To Two Sexual Assaults In Maryland, Police Say
Juvenile Suspect Apprehended In Connection To Two Sexual Assaults In Maryland, Police Say A minor is in custody following two sexual assaults in Owings Mills earlier this week, authorities say. The young suspect was apprehended on the morning of Tuesday, Aug. 23 after reports of the assaults the previous two nights in the Lakeside Boulevard area of Owings Mills, according to Baltimore County police. The first assault occurred around 11:45 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 21 with the second assault happening around 10:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 22, police say. The suspect has been charged as an adult with first degree rape, second degree rape, kidnapping and armed robbery. They are being held…
Police ID Man Found Dead In Fiery Vehicle During Mid-Summer Maryland Blaze Police ID Man Found Dead In Fiery Vehicle During Mid-Summer Maryland Blaze
Police ID Man Found Dead In Fiery Vehicle During Mid-Summer Maryland Blaze Police investigators in Maryland have identified the man who was found dead last month inside a motor vehicle that caught fire, authorities announced. Linzie D. Bonds II, 68, has been identified by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner as the occupant of a vehicle that was found fully engulfed in flames in Baltimore County when first responders answered a call for a commercial fire. Shortly before 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, officers from the Baltimore County Police White Marsh precinct were dispatched to a building fire in the 8400 block of Pulaski Highway. Upon arrival, officers sa…
Vandal Charged In Connection To Anti-Semitic Graffiti Spray-Painted In Maryland Vandal Charged In Connection To Anti-Semitic Graffiti Spray-Painted In Maryland
Vandal Charged In Connection To Anti-Semitic Graffiti Spray-Painted In Maryland Police have arrested a man in connection to recent antisemitic vandalism in Pikesville, authorities say. Benjamin Katz, 31, was arrested and charged in connection to the vandalism in the 10800 block of Greenspring Avenue, according to Baltimore County police. As previously reported by Daily Voice, a swastika and the word "Cox", which is believed to be a reference to Governor candidate Dan Cox, were spray-painted on a group of mailboxes. So this happened in the heart of District 11. It’s despicable - whoever is responsible should be held to account. I hope this is not an omen for how th…
Two Minors Reported Missing In Separate Maryland Cases Two Minors Reported Missing In Separate Maryland Cases
Two Minors Reported Missing In Separate Maryland Cases Police are asking for the public's help locating two girls who went missing from the Randallstown area at the same time, authorities say. Raylynn Ryan, 11, and Jordan Ryan, 14, were last seen in the Randallstown area on Monday, Aug. 8, around 9:30 p.m., according to Baltimore County police. Raylynn is described as 4-foot-11, weighing 150 pounds. She was last seen wearing a gray hoodie and sweatpants, with a dark-colored backpack. Jordan is described as 5-foot-1, and was last seen wearing gray shorts, a dark gray hoodie, and carrying a red backpack. If you have seen Jordan or Raylynn Ryan,…
Organs Of Towson Student Killed In Crash Will Save Others, Mom Says Organs Of Towson Student Killed In Crash Will Save Others, Mom Says
Organs Of Towson Student Killed In Crash Will Save Others, Mom Says The mother of a 19-year-old Towson University student who was killed in a Baltimore County crash said her organs will save the lives of others. Catherine Pratt, of Easton, was heading north on Greenspring Avenue in Reisterstown when her Kia Sorrento veered off the road and struck a fence before coming to rest in a field on July 31, county police said. Pratt died on Aug. 1. The cause of this crash remains under investigation by Baltimore County police. Pratt's mom, Deanna, wrote the following post on Facebook the day her daughter died: As we make the journey home, I am thinking about…