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Police Probing Mass Shooting That Left One Dead, Nine Hurt In Baltimore County (UPDATED) Police Probing Mass Shooting That Left One Dead, Nine Hurt In Baltimore County (UPDATED)
Police Probing Mass Shooting That Left One Dead, Nine Hurt In Baltimore County (Updated) New details have been released by officials in Baltimore County following Tuesday night's mass shooting in Towson. During an update on Wednesday afternoon, officials confirmed that 26-year-old Charles Graham, Jr. was killed in the incident and nine others between the ages of 14 and 27 suffered various injuries. First responders were called at around 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17 to the 8500 block of Lock Raven Boulevard in Towson to investigate a reported shooting with multiple people down and rushed to area hospitals. DETECTIVES INVESTIGATING FATAL SHOOTING IN TOWSON DECEMBER 18, 202…
One Killed, Nine Injured In Mass Maryland Shooting (DEVELOPING) One Killed, Nine Injured In Mass Maryland Shooting (DEVELOPING)
One Killed, Nine Injured In Mass Maryland Shooting (Developing) One person was killed and several others injured in what has been described by the Baltimore County Police Department as a mass shooting. First responders were called at around 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17 to the 8500 block of Lock Raven Boulevard in Towson to investigate a reported shooting with multiple people down and rushed to area hospitals. Later on Tuesday night, officials confirmed that one person has died, and nearly a dozen others were injured during the act of violence. The shooting led to road closures in the area as local and county police probed the incident. #BCoPD…
CEO Murder: UnitedHealthcare Parent Company Chief Calls For Change CEO Murder: UnitedHealthcare Parent Company Chief Calls For Change
CEO Murder: UnitedHealthcare Parent Company Chief Calls For Change The head of UnitedHealth Group is calling for change in the healthcare industry after the targeted killing of the CEO of one of its two subsidiaries. UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was gunned down outside the Midtown Hilton Hotel in Manhattan at around 6:45 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4. On Monday, Dec. 9, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was charged with second-degree murder in connection with the case. At the time of his arrest in Altoona, Pennsylvania, Mangione was found to be in possession of a three-page manifesto critical of healthcare companies. He condemned UnitedHealthcare's increasing ma…
Popular Baltimore Mexican Restaurant Nacho Mama's Closing After 30 Years Popular Baltimore Mexican Restaurant Nacho Mama's Closing After 30 Years
Popular Baltimore Mexican Restaurant Nacho Mama's Closing After 30 Years Nacho Mama’s, a Baltimore staple famous for its hubcap margaritas, Natty Bohs, and Maryland-Mex fare, will soon close the doors of its Canton and Towson locations after more than 30 years of serving the community. The McCusker family, a cherished part of the region for decades, announced this week that both restaurants will serve their final meals on Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025. “Although this decision has not been easy for us, our family is grateful to our community that we have been blessed to serve for over three decades,” they wrote in a letter to the community. Jackie McCusker, wife of the …
Murder Charges Rock Maryland Dynasty: Luigi Mangione's Fall Stuns Baltimore County Bloodline Murder Charges Rock Maryland Dynasty: Luigi Mangione's Fall Stuns Baltimore County Bloodline
Murder Charges Rock Maryland Dynasty: Luigi Mangione's Fall Stuns Baltimore County Bloodline Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old former Ivy Leaguer accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, hails from one of Maryland’s most prominent and influential families, known for their vast business holdings and political connections. ALSO SEE: Ivy-Educated Suspect May Have Spiraled After Traumatic Back Surgery Mangione, a Towson native, graduated as valedictorian from the prestigious Gilman School in Baltimore.  His grandfather, Nicholas Mangione, was a powerful real estate developer and co-founder of Lorien Health Services, a company operating nearly a dozen assisted-li…
CEO Murder: Whiz Kid Suspect May Have Spiraled After Traumatic Back Surgery CEO Murder: Whiz Kid Suspect May Have Spiraled After Traumatic Back Surgery
CEO Murder: Whiz Kid Suspect May Have Spiraled After Traumatic Back Surgery Luigi Nicholas Mangione, the whiz kid Ivy League-educated high school valedictorian accused of the execution-style murder of the CEO of one of the nation's largest healthcare providers, may have spiraled out of control after traumatic back surgery. Click here for a new, updated story - CEO Murder: How A Hash Brown At McDonald's Ended Manhunt For Luigi Mangione The procedure, which allegedly left Mangione in significant physical and emotional distress, may have contributed to his deteriorating mental state, a factor authorities are considering as part of their investigation. …
Ivy Leaguer From Prominent Maryland Family Officially Charged With CEO's Murder Ivy Leaguer From Prominent Maryland Family Officially Charged With CEO's Murder
Ivy Leaguer From Prominent Maryland Family Officially Charged With CEO's Murder An Ivy League-educated high school valedictorian from a privileged, politically connected family has been charged with the execution-style murder of the CEO of one of the nation's largest healthcare providers after a days-long manhunt. Click here for a new, updated story - CEO Murder: Whiz Kid Suspect May Have Spiraled After Traumatic Back Surgery New York prosecutors have formally charged 26-year-old Luigi Nicholas Mangione, a native of Towson, Maryland, with the fatal shooting of United Healthcare executive Brian Thompson.  The incident occurred outside the New York Hilton in midt…
Luigi Mangione Mugshot Released: Details Shared In Rookie Cop's Big PA McDonald's Arrest Luigi Mangione Mugshot Released: Details Shared In Rookie Cop's Big PA McDonald's Arrest
Luigi Mangione Mugshot Released: Details Shared In Rookie Cop's Big PA McDonald's Arrest Luigi Mangione's mugshot has been released, as have new details in the arrest of the 26-year-old former UPenn student who police say is a prime suspect in the murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson. 📸BREAKING: Luigi Mangione’s mug shot, per Altoona Police Department. pic.twitter.com/Vf1I2KKbRp — Amanda Head (@AmandaHead) December 9, 2024 PA Gov. Josh Shapiro says that 26-year-old Mangione had a ghost gun, a weapon assembled from untraceable parts, matching the firearm used in Thompson’s murder was recovered during his detention, PA Gov. Josh Shapiro and other law enforcemen…
Who Is Luigi Mangione? Maryland Internet Heartthrob Person Of Interest In CEO Murder Who Is Luigi Mangione? Maryland Internet Heartthrob Person Of Interest In CEO Murder
Who Is Luigi Mangione? Maryland Internet Heartthrob Person Of Interest In CEO Murder After a week of speculation and viral memes on social media, authorities have identified a person of interest in the killing of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson. NYPD Chief of Detectives Joe Kenny announced Monday, Dec. 9, that 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, who has ties to Maryland, is considered a suspect in the murder. He was eating at a McDonald's in Altoona, PA when an employee recognized him and called local police, Kenny said (scroll down for more on Mangione's apprehension). Mangione's Facebook page shows that he is from Towson, MD and studied at the University of Pennsylvania. His…
Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars Raised In Hours For Family Of Maryland Coach Shot During Robbery Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars Raised In Hours For Family Of Maryland Coach Shot During Robbery
Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars Raised In Hours For Family Of Maryland Coach Shot During Robbery In just one day, nearly $75,000 has been raised on behalf of the family of Mark McKenzie, who was the victim of gun violence during an attempted robbery near his Baltimore County home. Detectives were called before noon on Sept. 13, to the 400 block of Dunkirk Road in Towson, where they found the 50-year-old McKenzie suffering from a gunshot wound after being assaulted during the botched robbery. #BCoPD Detectives are currently on the scene of a shooting that occurred in the area of Dunkirk and Hopkins Road, 21212.... Posted by Baltimore County Police Department on Friday, September 13,…
Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC
Baltimore County Woman Arrested For Pro-Gaza Demonstration Outside Union Station In DC A 20-year-old Baltimore County woman was arrested on Friday morning and charged for her role using spray paint in July to deface federal property at Columbus Circle outside Union Station in Northeast DC, federal authorities announced. Towson native Isabella Giordano was taken into custody on Sept. 13, and is scheduled to make her initial court appearance later on Friday, when she will be charged with willfully injuring or depredating any property of the United States. According to court documents, on Wednesday, July 24, an organization was granted a permit to demonstrate in the ar…
Father 'Heroically Saved Children, Wife' In Fatal Maryland Fire, Family Says Father 'Heroically Saved Children, Wife' In Fatal Maryland Fire, Family Says
Father 'Heroically Saved Children, Wife' In Fatal Maryland Fire, Family Says The community is rallying around the family of a man who saved his wife and children from a two-alarm fire in Maryland that claimed his life. Baltimore County fire crews were called shortly after midnight to the 8400 block of Greenway Road in Towson on Monday, Aug. 26, where there was a report of an apartment building on fire. 2 alarm apartment fire w/rescue. Fire crews respond to 8400 blk Greenway for apt fire. Crews arrive to fire showing and people trapped. EMS transported 4 peds patients with minor burns and 2 adults with serious injuries to area hospitals. Fire under control 0059 hr…
Three Teens Charged For Towson Town Center Stabbing In Baltimore County: Police Three Teens Charged For Towson Town Center Stabbing In Baltimore County: Police
Three Teens Charged For Towson Town Center Stabbing In Baltimore County: Police Three teens are facing charges in connection to a stabbing at the Towson Town Center late last month, police announced on Tuesday. Two 17-year-old teen boys - one of whom was charged as an adult - and a 15-year-old girl have been identified and charged in connection to the assault on Wednesday, May 29. Officers from the Baltimore County Police Department responded to the 800 block of Dulaney Valley Road in Towson on the night of the stabbing, where there was a group of minors who assaulted an adult victim, leaving him with a non-life-threatening laceration. The victim said that the inciden…
Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize
Unintended Powerball Ticket Lands Maryland Woman $1M Prize It was a circuitous road, but a newly-minted Maryland millionaire isn't complaining after winning big on a golden Powerball ticket. A series of strange events led a Baltimore woman to a million dollar prize after picking up an unintended Powerball ticket while running errands in Timonium, Lottery officials say. The journey to a new tax bracket began early in March, when the big winner was heading to Timonium to do some shopping when a song on the radio reminded her of a friend's upcoming birthday, prompting her to stop at Royal Farms on York Road in Towson, where she spotted a Powerbal…
These Maryland Hospitals Were Named Among The World's Best By New Report These Maryland Hospitals Were Named Among The World's Best By New Report
These Maryland Hospitals Were Named Among The World's Best By New Report Several Maryland hospitals have been named among the world's best in a new report by Newsweek. The outlet worked alongside Statista to compile a list that gives each hospital a score based on an online survey of more than 85,000 medical experts, as well as public data received from post-hospitalization patient surveys. Meanwhile, the score serves as an analysis of medical and quality metrics including hygiene, patient/doctor ratio, and a Statista survey on whether hospitals use Patient Reported Outcome Measures — standardized questionnaires that are filled out by patients to …
Man Who Suffered Spinal Cord Injury In Diving Accident Gets Thanksgiving Boost In Towson Man Who Suffered Spinal Cord Injury In Diving Accident Gets Thanksgiving Boost In Towson
Man Who Suffered Spinal Cord Injury In Diving Accident Gets Thanksgiving Boost In Towson The Towson community is paying it forward this Thanksgiving. An event held Thanksgiving morning at a Towson bar will go toward helping Ryan Swartz, a local resident who suffered a spinal cord injury in a diving accident in August. Swartz was flown to University of Maryland Shock Trauma from Hammerman Beach, and remains at the Kernan Rehabilitation Hospital, according to a GoFundMe launched for his family. The campaign, launched by Katie Ketchen, said Swartz continues to improve and is working 'round the clock with a physical therapist. "Swartz, as referred to by his close friends, is des…
Baltimore County Courthouse Evacuated Due To Suspicious Package (DEVELOPING) Baltimore County Courthouse Evacuated Due To Suspicious Package (DEVELOPING)
Baltimore County Courthouse Evacuated Due To Suspicious Package (Developing) A courthouse in Baltimore County was evacuated on Monday afternoon as crews were called in to investigate a HazMat situation. Authorities were called at around 2 p.m. on Monday to the Circuit Courthouse on Bosley Avenue in Towson, where there was a reported suspicious package. As a precaution, crews evacuated the building while firefighters worked to identify the substance. Hazmat crews o/s at Circuit Courthouse, 401 Bosley Ave #Towson, for a suspicious package. Building evacuated while crews work to ID substance. No injuries. DT 122 EA pic.twitter.com/jXuIXse7up — Baltimore County Fir…
Three Found Dead In Baltimore County Welfare Check: What We Know Three Found Dead In Baltimore County Welfare Check: What We Know
Three Found Dead In Baltimore County Welfare Check: What We Know Three people were found dead by police performing a welfare check in Baltimore County Friday, Aug. 18, authorities said. Officers were called to the 1100 block of Kenilworth Drive in Towson around noon for a welfare check, at which point the area was closed for investigation, county police said. Police went inside of the home and found three people deceased. The incident was not being investigated as a homicide, however, police did not disclose further information. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group.
Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police
Suspicious Suspect Arrested After Several Incidents With Women In Maryland: Police Police in Baltimore County have apprehended a suspicious suspect who has been targeting women over the past week, according to authorities. Charles Wattles, 39, is being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center after a series of incidents that were reported in Cockeysville and Towson. On Tuesday, Aug. 1, detectives said that a suspicious person approached a woman on the track at Towson High School. Then, on Saturday, Aug. 5, a second resident reported that a man attempted to enter her Towson home but was unsuccessful. Hours later, in Cockeysville, officers responded to a…
Million Dollar Maryland Lottery Ticket Unclaimed After Being Sold At Area Liquor Store Million Dollar Maryland Lottery Ticket Unclaimed After Being Sold At Area Liquor Store
Million Dollar Maryland Lottery Ticket Unclaimed After Being Sold At Area Liquor Store Check your tickets!  A newly minted millionaire in Maryland is hanging on to a "Mega Millions" ticket worth a seven-figure prize that was sold at a Prince George's County liquor store. The winning numbers for Tuesday night's drawing were: 03-05-06-44-61 with a Mega Ball of 25. The optional "Megaplier number" was X4. Officials said the ticket was sold at Pine Liquors on Oxon Hill Road in Fort Washington, which will receive a $2,500 bonus from Maryland Lottery for selling the winner. This marks the latest Maryland Lottery player to claim a million dollar prize in the past several weeks…
Maryland's Stacy Keibler Gets Call To WWE Hall Of Fame Maryland's Stacy Keibler Gets Call To WWE Hall Of Fame
Maryland's Stacy Keibler Gets Call To WWE Hall Of Fame She's got legs, and soon she will have a WWE Hall of Fame ring.  Maryland native Stacy Keibler is set to return to the ring as she prepares to get inducted to the WWE Hall of Fame during Wrestlemania weekend on Friday night. The former Rosedale resident will be featured at the “Showcase of the Immortals” on Friday, March 31 alongside other high-profile former stars and superstars to kick off what is expected to be a stacked Wrestlemania card. Keibler, a Towson graduate, began her career with WCW as one of the famed “Nitro Girls” before becoming a prominent manager and talent. When Vince M…
New Alert Issued For Teen Reported Missing In Maryland For Second Time In Four Weeks New Alert Issued For Teen Reported Missing In Maryland For Second Time In Four Weeks
New Alert Issued For Teen Reported Missing In Maryland For Second Time In Four Weeks For the second time in a month, an alert has been issued by police for a 14-year-old girl who has once again been reported missing. The Baltimore County Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Mia Elizabeth South, who has not been seen since approximately 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21 in the Towson area.  In Harford County, a similar alert was issued late last month for South, who was ultimately tracked down and found safely. South has been described as being 5-foot-6, weighing approximately 140 pounds with dark brown hair and eyes. She was last seen wearing her…
Weapons Charges For Gunshot Victim Who Crashed In Baltimore County, Police Say Weapons Charges For Gunshot Victim Who Crashed In Baltimore County, Police Say
Weapons Charges For Gunshot Victim Who Crashed In Baltimore County, Police Say Detectives are investigating a shooting after the driver of a vehicle was shot in Towson, authorities say. On Sunday, Feb. 12, at 7:20 p.m., a Baltimore County police officer heard multiple gunshots shortly before watching a vehicle crash in the area of Towsontown Boulevard and Washington Avenue, according to a Baltimore County Police Department spokesperson.  Officers responded to the vehicle and located a victim inside suffering from gunshot wounds.  Medics arrived at the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital for treatment, police said. Through investigation, po…
Rape, Robbery Charges For Armed Suspect Wanted For Sexual Assault In Baltimore County: Police Rape, Robbery Charges For Armed Suspect Wanted For Sexual Assault In Baltimore County: Police
Rape, Robbery Charges For Armed Suspect Wanted For Sexual Assault In Baltimore County: Police A 28-year-old suspect has been apprehended and is facing charges for allegedly robbing and sexually assaulting his victims during a late-night attack in Towson. Baltimore County Police officials say that Quantze Davis has been identified as a suspect and has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of rape, assault, and armed robbery for an incident earlier this month. At approximately 11 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, officers from the Baltimore County Police Department were called to the intersection of Allegheny Avenue and West Joppa Road to investigate a reported sexual assault and ro…
Former Gilman School Teacher Hit With Sexual Child Abuse Charge: Baltimore County PD Former Gilman School Teacher Hit With Sexual Child Abuse Charge: Baltimore County PD
Former Gilman School Teacher Hit With Sexual Child Abuse Charge: Baltimore County PD A former teacher at the Gilman School is facing rape and other charges for alleged “suspicious relationships” with current and former students, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. On Friday, Feb. 3, police officials announced that Christopher Bendann was been arrested following an investigation into the allegations of at least one victim, and authorities say there could be more who have not come forward. In January, that detectives from the department's Crimes Against Children Unit were advised by Child Protective Services that a teacher at the Gilman School had lost his …
Maryland Pill Mill Doc Avoids Prison Time For Dispensing Oxycodone To Vulnerable Patients: Feds Maryland Pill Mill Doc Avoids Prison Time For Dispensing Oxycodone To Vulnerable Patients: Feds
Maryland Pill Mill Doc Avoids Prison Time For Dispensing Oxycodone To Vulnerable Patients: Feds The medical director of a pain management clinic in Maryland will avoid time behind bars for his role in a conspiracy to overprescribe prescription medication out of his office, federal officials announced. Norman Rosen, 84, of Towson, was sentenced to four months of home detention as part of 18 months probation, followed by three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute and dispense oxycodone in connection with his operation of Rosen-Hoffberg Rehabilitation and Pain Management Associates. A partner at the clinic, Rosen admitted that patients at the pra…
Man Dead After Fleeing From Investigators, Carjacking In Baltimore, Police Say Man Dead After Fleeing From Investigators, Carjacking In Baltimore, Police Say
Man Dead After Fleeing From Investigators, Carjacking In Baltimore, Police Say Police are investigating a carjacking that ended in tragedy when a suspect reportedly died after an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, the Baltimore County Police Department announced. The deadly incident began at around 1:30 p.m. in Baltimore City on Tuesday, Jan. 24. According to Baltimore City police, the agency’s police department located a suspect vehicle that was wanted in connection to a crime earlier this year. The 29-year-old suspect traveled into Baltimore County, police said, where he attempted to carjack a motorist in the 9200 block of Harford Road on Tuesday afternoon. …
Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant
Raising Cane's Raises Expectations With Debut Maryland Restaurant Raising Cane’s is ready for its closeup in Maryland. The popular chicken chain, which has locations across the country, opened its first Maryland restaurant on Thursday, Jan. 12 in Towson Row as the company continues expanding its foothold in the DMV region. Where are our Towson Caniacs at?! Our new Restaurant opens tomorrow on 4 W Towsontown Blvd. Ste 100! Can’t wait to see your ONE LOVE! pic.twitter.com/6M37JHCpW0 — Raising Cane's (@raisingcanes) January 11, 2023 Located on East Towsontown Boulevard in Towson, the 3,900-square-foot space will provide diners with both take-out and din…
Baltimore Nurse Revealed As Contestant On 'The Bachelor' Baltimore Nurse Revealed As Contestant On 'The Bachelor'
Baltimore Nurse Revealed As Contestant On 'The Bachelor' A Baltimore nurse will be competing for love on the next season of ABC's "The Bachelor." Genevie Mayo is among the 32 women featured on the upcoming season with Zach Shallcross as The Bachelor, the network announced Wednesday, Jan. 4 While 26-year-old Mayo does not have a known Instagram account, Reality Steve says she is a NICU nurse and Towson grad. Shallcross, a 26-year-old tech executive from California, was featured on the 19th season of "The Bachelorette." He quit in the eighth week but is back for more fun. Hopefully this time he'll stick around. The Bachelor premiers on Jan. 23, o…
Former Lover To Surrender To Sheriff After Shooting Ex In Maryland, Officials Say Former Lover To Surrender To Sheriff After Shooting Ex In Maryland, Officials Say
Former Lover To Surrender To Sheriff After Shooting Ex In Maryland, Officials Say Police say that they’ve negotiated the surrender of a 42-year-old Towson man who was wanted for shooting his ex-girlfriend in Harford County who later died from her injuries. Shortly before 12:45 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 22, officials say that earlier that day, members of the Harford County Sheriff's Office Warrant Apprehension Unit successfully got Jamar Wise to agree to turn himself in. The deal was struck at approximately 3:15 a.m. on Thursday morning, according to the sheriff’s office. Wise was reported arrested in Hanover, Pennsylvania on unspecified charges shortly before he agreed to …
Armed, Dangerous Ex-BF Leaves Ex-GF Critical In Harford Shooting Armed, Dangerous Ex-BF Leaves Ex-GF Critical In Harford Shooting
Armed, Dangerous Ex-BF Leaves Ex-GF Critical In Harford Shooting A 42-year-old Towson man is being sought by police after they say he shot his ex-girlfriend on Tuesday, Dec. 20 in Edgewood. Jamar Wise shot the 46-year-old victim in her upper body around 5:10 p.m. on the 2800 block of Majesty Lane, the Harford County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies began life-saving efforts until EMS arrived and took the victim to a local trauma center with life threatening injuries. Police said only that the shooting was domestic in nature and that Wise and the victim had previously been in a relationship. Wise is believed to be driving a dark colored minivan and could …