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2 Arrested After Pepper-Spraying, Robbing Man In Baltimore: Police 2 Arrested After Pepper-Spraying, Robbing Man In Baltimore: Police
2 Arrested After Pepper-Spraying, Robbing Man In Baltimore: Police Two people were arrested after pepper-spraying a man during an aggravated assault and robbery in Baltimore on Monday, March 18, police said. Officers responded to investigate the assault report on the 2700 block of Frederick Avenue around 5:45 a.m. A man told officers that he had been “sprayed by mace and robbed by a female and male suspect” on the 3200 block of Wilkens Avenue, Baltimore Police said. A follow-up search of the area led to the identification and arrest of Robert Hewitt, 30, and Lisa Triplett, 29, near the 2700 block of Frederick Avenue. Both were taken to the Central Bookin…

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by Valerie Musson
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AG ID's Man Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal Southwest Baltimore Shooting AG ID's Man Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal Southwest Baltimore Shooting
AG ID's Man Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal Southwest Baltimore Shooting New details have been released by the Maryland Attorney General's Office as it continues to probe a fatal officer-involved shooting earlier this week in Southwest Baltimore. City resident Hunter Jessup, 27, took police on a foot chase before pulling a gun on officers, who in turn returned fire, killing him on Tuesday afternoon, officials say. At around 12:35 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, officers from the Southwest District were on patrol on Brunswick Avenue when they spotted a suspicious man they believed to be armed, leading to a temporary pursuit that spilled onto Wilkens Avenue. Police …

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by Zak Failla
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Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting After Pointing Gun At Police In Southwest Baltimore Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting After Pointing Gun At Police In Southwest Baltimore
Man Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting After Pointing Gun At Police In Southwest Baltimore A man was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting after he turned his gun on police in Southwest Baltimore during a foot chase, Commissioner Richard Worley confirmed on Tuesday. At around 12:35 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7, officers from the Southwest District were on patrol on Brunswick Avenue when they spotted a suspicious man they believed to be armed, leading to a temporary pursuit that spilled onto Wilkens Avenue. Police Officer Involved Shooting in the Southwest District. More information to follow once available. — Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) November 7, 2023 Worley s…

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by Zak Failla
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Man Charged For Summertime Shooting Of 19-Year-Old Inside Baltimore Business: Police Man Charged For Summertime Shooting Of 19-Year-Old Inside Baltimore Business: Police
Man Charged For Summertime Shooting Of 19-Year-Old Inside Baltimore Business: Police More than two months after a daytime shooting investigation was launched in Southwest Baltimore, a 27-year-old suspect has been arrested for the attempted murder of another man.  In August, officers responded to a reported shooting in the 1600 block of Wilkens Avenue, where they were met with a crime scene inside an area business, but no victims were in the area.  However, moments later, police say that the officers were then called to an area hospital, where there was a walk-in shooting victim who was the reportedly struck and required surgery for a life-threatening gunshot wound…

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by Zak Failla
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Shoplifting Suspect Who Struck Detectives With SUV Apprehended In Maryland: Police Shoplifting Suspect Who Struck Detectives With SUV Apprehended In Maryland: Police
Shoplifting Suspect Who Struck Detectives With SUV Apprehended In Maryland: Police Police have identified and arrested a 33-year-old man who injured two officers in Baltimore after being caught shoplifting. Alex Husson was caught by the Baltimore Police Department's Regional Auto Task Force late in the afternoon on Tuesday, Sept. 5 after being involved in an officer-involved shooting. The Ellicott City resident was caught and taken into custody without further incident in the 9700 block of Robert Jay Way. Shortly before 11:20 a.m. on Tuesday, detectives were inside a convenience store in the 3600 block of Wilkens Avenue when they spotted a man stealing before getting in…

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by Zak Failla
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Shoplifting Suspect Strikes Detectives With SUV While Fleeing Store In Maryland (UPDATED) Shoplifting Suspect Strikes Detectives With SUV While Fleeing Store In Maryland (UPDATED)
Shoplifting Suspect Strikes Detectives With SUV While Fleeing Store In Maryland (Updated) New details have been released by police in Baltimore after an officer-involved shooting involving a shoplifting suspect on Tuesday morning. Shortly before 11:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 5, detectives were inside a convenience store in the 3600 block of Wilkens Avenue when they spotted a man stealing before getting into an SUV according to a spokesperson from the Baltimore Police Department. The suspect SUV.Baltimore Police Department As the man was attempting to flee with his stolen merchandise, he struck two officers with the SUV, prompting one to fire his weapon at the suspect vehicle.…

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by Zak Failla
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'Proud Grandma' Breaks Routine, Claims $100K Maryland Lottery Scratch-Off Prize 'Proud Grandma' Breaks Routine, Claims $100K Maryland Lottery Scratch-Off Prize
'Proud Grandma' Breaks Routine, Claims $100K Maryland Lottery Scratch-Off Prize Some kids are about to be real spoiled in Maryland after their grandmother won a massive lottery prize. “Proud Grandma,” a veteran Maryland Lottery player, has big plans after cashing in on a “Six Figure” scratch-off game that earned her a six-digit prize. The woman, who is only known by her moniker, said that she’s familiar to winning Maryland Lottery games, though she can only recall winning $500 twice, and $1,200 on a “Pick 3” game. “Most of the time I win something,” she said, though this prize was a little bigger than those, and it came as she broke her normal routine, according to L…

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by Zak Failla
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Baltimore Shooting Victim Who Collapsed While Running For Safety Succumbs To Injuries Baltimore Shooting Victim Who Collapsed While Running For Safety Succumbs To Injuries
Baltimore Shooting Victim Who Collapsed While Running For Safety Succumbs To Injuries Detectives are investigating a murder after a man was killed over the weekend in Baltimore, authorities say. Initial investigation revealed that the victim was shot in the 500 block of Bentalou Street before he fled to the 2200 block of Wilkens Avenue where he collapsed around 9 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 30, according to Baltimore police. Police arrived to the scene in the 2200 block of Wilkens Avenue to find the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was rushed to a hospital for treatment where he later succumbed to his injuries.  Homicide detectives are asking anyone with informa…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Baltimore Man Arrested After Horrific Attack Leaves One Dead Baltimore Man Arrested After Horrific Attack Leaves One Dead
Baltimore Man Arrested After Horrific Attack Leaves One Dead A Baltimore man has been arrested in connection to the murder of a 53-year-old man earlier this month, authorities say. Travis Rogers, 35, was arrested on Friday, Oct. 21 after being connected to the killing of Santos Munoz-Hernandez, that occurred on Saturday, Oct. 15, according to Baltimore police. Rogers is accused of shooting Munoz-Hernandez in the 2600 block of Wilkens Avenue shortly before 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15. Medics rushed Munoz-Hernandez to the hospital for treatment after the shooting where he tragically succumbed to his injuries a short time later. Homicide invest…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Man Unaware He Was Shot Checks Himself Into Baltimore Hospital Man Unaware He Was Shot Checks Himself Into Baltimore Hospital
Man Unaware He Was Shot Checks Himself Into Baltimore Hospital A man who heard gunfire on a Baltimore street and fled the area checked himself into a hospital after realizing he was the one who had been shot, authorities say. The 38-year-old man heard the shot while in the area of Wilkens Avenue and Monroe Street, Baltimore Police said.  He continued to travel, eventually noticing he was the victim on the 400 block of South Bentalou Street shortly before 2 a.m., Tuesday, May 24, says police.  The victim then sought treatment at an area hospital for his injuries. Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2488 o…

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by Annie DeVoe
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16-Year-Old Hospitalized In Baltimore County Shooting: Police 16-Year-Old Hospitalized In Baltimore County Shooting: Police
16-Year-Old Hospitalized In Baltimore County Shooting: Police A 16-year-old boy is recovering after being shot in Baltimore County earlier this week, authorities said.  Police responded for a report of gunshots in the 4300 block of Wilkens Avenue after 10 p.m. on Monday, April 4, Baltimore County Police said.  Officers later learned the victim was taken to a local hospital after being shot in the leg, police said. The victim is said to be in stable condition.  The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 410-307-2020 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-756-2587.

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by David Cifarelli