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Convicted Felon Caught With Stolen Handguns In Maryland Heading To Prison: Prosecutors Convicted Felon Caught With Stolen Handguns In Maryland Heading To Prison: Prosecutors
Convicted Felon Caught With Stolen Handguns In Maryland Heading To Prison: Prosecutors A 23-year-old with a checkered criminal history will spend time behind bars after being busted on weapons charges. Baltimore resident Tavion Thomas, a convicted felon, has been sentenced to 33 months in prison after he was caught with a pair of loaded weapons by police investigating a separate incident, federal authorities announced. According to his guilty plea, on Sept. 10, 2022, officers in Baltimore were advised that Thomas was wanted in the city for a violent crime, and they tracked him to the 3200 block of Belair Road, where he was with a group of people. Prosecutors say that he was …

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by Zak Failla
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1,200lbs Of Marijuana, Hundreds Of THC Products Seized In Massive Baltimore Bust 1,200lbs Of Marijuana, Hundreds Of THC Products Seized In Massive Baltimore Bust
1,200lbs Of Marijuana, Hundreds Of THC Products Seized In Massive Baltimore Bust Four men are in custody following a massive drug bust in Baltimore, authorities announced. Baltimore City police along with the Baltimore County Police Department worked together to conduct a search and seizure of the drugs on Monday, March 27 after a three-month-long investigation into the East Coast Farms group. In the search, a large amount of THC was found, including hundreds of edibles, vape cartridges, and 1,200 pounds of marijuana. Officers also seized three handguns and $189,224. Various items seized in searchBaltimore Police Department “This is truly an outstanding achievement…

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by Annie DeVoe
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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…

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by Zak Failla
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Accused Attacker All Smiles After Being Busted For 2022 Baltimore Shooting Accused Attacker All Smiles After Being Busted For 2022 Baltimore Shooting
Accused Attacker All Smiles After Being Busted For 2022 Baltimore Shooting A 28-year-old Baltimore man police believe is behind an attack last summer is finally behind bars, authorities say. Antoine Mayo was arrested after Baltimore police identified him as a suspect in the attempted murder of a 55-year-old man in August 2022, according to Baltimore City Police. Mayo is accused of shooting the victim multiple times in the 1200 block of West Baltimore Street around 12:30 p.m., Aug. 16, 2022.  Medics arrived at the scene shortly after the shooting and rushed the victim to the hospital, where he was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.  Months later…

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by Annie DeVoe
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40 Minutes Apart: Baltimore Homicides Leave Two Dead On Same Day 40 Minutes Apart: Baltimore Homicides Leave Two Dead On Same Day
40 Minutes Apart: Baltimore Homicides Leave Two Dead On Same Day A pair of Baltimore shootings left two people dead in the span of approximately 40 minutes on Sunday, Feb. 26. The first happened just before 5:55 p.m. on the 5500 block of Bowley's Lane, where police found three men ages 18, 19 and 21, having suffered gunshot wounds, city police said. The 21-year-old man was pronounced dead on the scene by Baltimore City medics, while the other two victims were taken to area hospitals. Their conditions were unknown. A suspect was spotted by police but was too far for capture, authorities said. Then, just after 6:30 p.m., officers responded to the 5…

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by Cecilia Levine
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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. …

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by Zak Failla
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Other Shoe Drops In Baltimore: Accused Gunman Charged With Attempted Murder Other Shoe Drops In Baltimore: Accused Gunman Charged With Attempted Murder
Other Shoe Drops In Baltimore: Accused Gunman Charged With Attempted Murder Police in Baltimore say they've charged a 20-year-old man with attempted murder in an October shooting in which the victim apparently left a shoe behind. Tyqwaun Kells is believed to have shot the 19-year-old victim during a dispute on the 1400 block of Dellwood Avenue in Hampden around 11:15 a.m. on Oct. 19, city police announced. The victim came to the hospital as a walk-in victim. According to Fox Baltimore, he left one of his shoes behind. Kells was charged on a warrant with attempted first degree murder and taken to Central Booking Intake Facility.

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by Cecilia Levine
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Maryland Daycare Owner Admits To Shooting Husband Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse: Reports Maryland Daycare Owner Admits To Shooting Husband Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse: Reports
Maryland Daycare Owner Admits To Shooting Husband Over Alleged Child Sexual Abuse: Reports A Baltimore County woman has pleaded guilty after being charged in the July shooting of her husband that occurred after he allegedly sexually abused children at the daycare she ran, according to multiple reports. Shanteari Weems, 50, reportedly shot her husband, James Weems, 57, on July 21 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, D.C., after she confronted him about the allegations, as previously reported by Daily Voice. James Weems, a former Baltimore City police officer, reportedly assaulted at least three children at Lil ids Kastle Development Center, the daycare ran by his wife in …

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by Annie DeVoe
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Police ID MTA Bus Driver Gunned Down On Her Way To Work In Maryland Police ID MTA Bus Driver Gunned Down On Her Way To Work In Maryland
Police ID MTA Bus Driver Gunned Down On Her Way To Work In Maryland Baltimore City Police have identified the MTA bus driver who was killed earlier this week near Carroll Park in Southwest Baltimore. Elaine Jackson, 40, was found with multiple gunshot wounds shortly after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 in the 1500 block of Washington Boulevard as she was reportedly making her way to work. Upon arrival at the scene, police say that officers located Jackson, who was transported to the University of Maryland’s Shock Trauma, where she died of her injuries later on Tuesday. Jackson was a mother of four children who range in age between 7 and 22, according to WBAL. …

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by Zak Failla
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Maryland Man Sentenced For Documenting Sexual Abuse Of Prepubescent Girls: Federal Prosecutors Maryland Man Sentenced For Documenting Sexual Abuse Of Prepubescent Girls: Federal Prosecutors
Maryland Man Sentenced For Documenting Sexual Abuse Of Prepubescent Girls: Federal Prosecutors A Maryland man will spend years behind bars after admitting to filming and sharing images and videos of himself sexually abusing two different minors, federal officials announced. Baltimore resident Calvin Henry Sampson III, 23, was sentenced in federal court to 13 years in federal prison, followed by 30 years of supervised release for possession of child pornography, according to the Department of Justice. The sentence was announced by US Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek Barron. According to the plea agreement, on March 3, 2020, a tipster saw images depicting the sexual abuse of…

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by Zak Failla
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Anne Arundel County Officer's Police Powers Suspended After Criminal Assault Summons Anne Arundel County Officer's Police Powers Suspended After Criminal Assault Summons
Anne Arundel County Officer's Police Powers Suspended After Criminal Assault Summons An Anne Arundel County police officer has been issued a criminal summons for second-degree assault, authorities say. Officer T. Thomas, a 2-year veteran with the Anne Arundel County Police Department, has had his police powers suspended after the department became aware of the incident on Thursday, Oct. 13, according to Anne Arundel County police. Baltimore City Police responded to an address in their jurisdiction which resulted in the criminal summons being issued for Officer Thomas. Officer Thomas is currently working in an administrative capacity with pay.

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by Annie DeVoe
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Maryland Police Officer Admits To Killing Stepson, Stuffing His Body In The Wall In Alford Plea Maryland Police Officer Admits To Killing Stepson, Stuffing His Body In The Wall In Alford Plea
Maryland Police Officer Admits To Killing Stepson, Stuffing His Body In The Wall In Alford Plea A Baltimore City police officer has been convicted of the second-degree murder of his 15-year-old stepson after entering an Alford Plea, according to multiple reports. Eric Banks Jr. is charged with murdering Dasan Jones at their home before stuffing his body inside of an upstairs wall on July 6, 2021. When police found Jones's body, Banks Jr. allegedly tried to disarm a police officer. By entering the Alford plea, Banks Jr. will skip the process of a criminal trial as the plea registers a formal admission of guilt while expressing innocence toward his charges, the reports continue. Hours b…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Baltimore Daycare Owner Shot Husband At DC Hotel Because He Was Molesting Her Kids: Report Baltimore Daycare Owner Shot Husband At DC Hotel Because He Was Molesting Her Kids: Report
Baltimore Daycare Owner Shot Husband At DC Hotel Because He Was Molesting Her Kids: Report A 50-year-old woman from Baltimore County was arrested for trying to kill her husband at a hotel in Washington DC, and told police he had been molesting children at the daycare she ran, WUSA9 reports. Shanteari Weems — who owns Lil Kidz Kastle in Owings Mills, according to CBS — yelled "He's a child molester," when police arrived at the Mandarin Oriental on reports of a shooting around 7:40 p.m. last Thursday, July 21, WUSA9 said. She then told police she'd been married to the victim, a retired Baltimore City Police officer, for five years and that multiple children at her da…

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by Cecilia Levine
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One Killed In Baltimore Highway Motorcycle Crash: Police One Killed In Baltimore Highway Motorcycle Crash: Police
One Killed In Baltimore Highway Motorcycle Crash: Police A man is dead after a morning motorcycle crash on a Baltimore City highway, authorities say. The 49-year-old victim was reportedly laying on the street in the 2900 block of Edison Highway around 2 a.m., Friday, July 22, according to Baltimore City police. Initial investigation revealed the man - whose name was not released by investigators - was riding north on the highway when he struck the raised median, causing him to lose control of the motorcycle and crash into a parked cargo van.  Medics transported the victim to a hospital where he later was pronounced dead.

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by Annie DeVoe
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Camera Footage from Fatal Crash Involving Baltimore City Police Officer Released Camera Footage from Fatal Crash Involving Baltimore City Police Officer Released
Camera Footage from Fatal Crash Involving Baltimore City Police Officer Released Footage has been released for a June collision in which a Baltimore City Police Officer fatally struck a man riding a scooter, authorities say. Officer Alexis Acosta was responding to an emergency call while in a marked police cruiser with activated lights and sirens when he struck a man in the intersection of East Biddle Street and North Milton Avenue around 12:40 p.m., on Tuesday, June 21, say Baltimore police. In the video, Officer Acosta is heard frantically repeating "I got into a crash send an ambulance immediately" after the impact.  Terry Harrell, 58, was thrown from the scoot…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Suspect Apprehended After Standoff With Police In West Baltimore Suspect Apprehended After Standoff With Police In West Baltimore
Suspect Apprehended After Standoff With Police In West Baltimore A suspect was apprehended by police in Maryland following a lengthy barricading situation in West Baltimore, police announced. Following an hours-long standoff with multiple law enforcement agencies and SWAT teams, an unidentified suspect was taken into custody late in the morning on Wednesday, June 29. The 1600-1800 blocks of Druid Hill Avenue and the 1600-1800 blocks of McCullough Street were temporarily closed while police dealt with the barricade, though the roadways have since reopened. No injuries were reported. Investigators have not disclosed what led to the suspect barricading ins…

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by Zak Failla
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Man Shot Dead Early Saturday In Baltimore Man Shot Dead Early Saturday In Baltimore
Man Shot Dead Early Saturday In Baltimore A man was shot and killed early Saturday, June 18 in Baltimore. Police responding to the 2700 block of Maryland Avenue found the 35-year-old victim suffering a gunshot wound around 7:05 a.m., city police said. Medics responded to the scene and pronounced the victim dead at the location. Homicide detectives are investigating this incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7Lockup.

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by Cecilia Levine
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Baby Beaten To Death In Baltimore: Police Baby Beaten To Death In Baltimore: Police
Baby Beaten To Death In Baltimore: Police A 6-month-old baby was beaten to death last March in Baltimore, authorities announced Monday, June 12. Police responding to reports of an unresponsive baby on the 1800 block of West Lombard Street found 6-month-old Legacy Bell unresponsive around 11:40 a.m. March 1, city police said. Medics responded to the location and pronounced the girl dead on the scene. Her body was transported to the Medical Examiner’s office for autopsy where doctors ruled the death a homicide caused by blunt force trauma. Homicide detectives are investigating this case. Anyone with information is urged to cont…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Scooter-Riding Suspects Sought In Triple Inner Harbor Shooting That Killed Teen Scooter-Riding Suspects Sought In Triple Inner Harbor Shooting That Killed Teen
Scooter-Riding Suspects Sought In Triple Inner Harbor Shooting That Killed Teen Police in Baltimore are seeking a pair seen riding a blue scooter in a Memorial Day Weekend shooting that left one teen dead and two others hurt. The suspects were captured on surveillance heading to the scene at the Inner Harbor (201 E. Pratt Street) on Saturday, May 28, where 17-year-old Neal Mack died, city police said. Neal MackTendea Family Two girls ages 15 and 17 were injured, the younger of whom suffered a non-life-threatening graze wound to her head, authorities said. The suspects were seen riding on the blue scooter before the murder, and were also seen fleeing from the scene…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Baltimore Shooting Victim Mysteriously Dropped Off At Hospital Dies Baltimore Shooting Victim Mysteriously Dropped Off At Hospital Dies
Baltimore Shooting Victim Mysteriously Dropped Off At Hospital Dies A homicide investigation is underway after a man who was mysteriously dropped off at the hospital with gunshot wounds died, according to authorities in Baltimore. Officers responded to the Johns Hopkins Hospital around 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 2 after reports of a 26-year-old male with gunshot wounds to the chest being dropped off, according to the Baltimore City Police. Despite the doctor's efforts, the victim succumbed to his wounds shortly after arriving, officials say. Homicide detectives are now investigating this incident and have not determined where in the city the man was shot, polic…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Armed Robbers Terrorizing Baltimore Businesses Sought By Police Armed Robbers Terrorizing Baltimore Businesses Sought By Police
Armed Robbers Terrorizing Baltimore Businesses Sought By Police Recognize them? Police in Baltimore are asking for help identifying these suspects in several armed robberies over the last month, authorities say. Starting Thursday, April 14, several local businesses in the Southeast District along the Eastern Avenue and Lombard Street corridors were targeted in armed robberies, City Police said. Detectives have acquired photos of the suspects and are looking to identify each of them, officials say. Baltimore City Police are asking anyone knowing the identities of any of these suspects is asked to call Citywide Robbery detectives at 41-366-6341 or call M…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Newly Hired Baltimore Police Chief Named Person Of Interest In Homicide Case: Report Newly Hired Baltimore Police Chief Named Person Of Interest In Homicide Case: Report
Newly Hired Baltimore Police Chief Named Person Of Interest In Homicide Case: Report A Baltimore City Police Chief has been fired less than a week after being hired because they are a person of interest in an ongoing homicide investigation, WBAL reports.  The termination of Dana Hayes, BPD's chief of fiscal services, was confirmed by Commissioner Michael Harrison during a news conference on Wednesday, April 20. .@BaltimorePolice fired an official who is now a person of interest in a homicide investigation, Commissioner Michael Harrison said >> https://t.co/t39ZSg1Tdh pic.twitter.com/YOE2WZ4rI2 — WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore (@wbaltv11) April 20, 2022 Click here to read t…

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by David Cifarelli
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Police Chase Ends In Northeast Baltimore Car Crash (DEVELOPING) Police Chase Ends In Northeast Baltimore Car Crash (DEVELOPING)
Police Chase Ends In Northeast Baltimore Car Crash (Developing) Multiple crews were on the scene of a single-car crash in northeast Baltimore that was the result of a police pursuit, WBAL reports. Baltimore County Police were apparently chasing a suspect who then crashed in the area of Harford Terrace and Weaver Ave just after 2 p.m. on Friday, April 15, according to Baltimore City Police. The vehicle in question ended up overturned on its side. Baltimore firefighters also responded to rescue the person who was trapped inside. No word yet on any injuries.  💥CRASH WITH RESCUE💥Harford Rd & Weaver Av 21214#Lauraville@ElectRyanDorsey#BMORESBravest …

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by David Cifarelli
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Suspects Who Stole From Multiple Storage Units Wanted By Baltimore Police Suspects Who Stole From Multiple Storage Units Wanted By Baltimore Police
Suspects Who Stole From Multiple Storage Units Wanted By Baltimore Police Baltimore City Police are seeking the public's help in identifying two suspects behind a recent storage unit burglary, the department said on Facebook.  The incident took place at the Extra Space Storage, located at 707 South Caton Avenue, on Thursday, April 7, police said. The suspects allegedly broke into numerous storage units and made off with valuable property.  Investigators have since released images of the two suspects and are asking anyone who recognizes them to contact police at (410) 396-2488. Anonymous tips can be sent to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7lockup…

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by David Cifarelli
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'It's A Shame:' Baltimore Mother Of 3 Becomes Recent Homicide Victim 'It's A Shame:' Baltimore Mother Of 3 Becomes Recent Homicide Victim
'It's A Shame:' Baltimore Mother Of 3 Becomes Recent Homicide Victim A Baltimore mother of three has become one of the city's most recent homicide victims, multiple sources say.  Sophia Wilks, 40, was shot outside her home in the 700 block of Linnard Street shortly after 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5, Baltimore City Police said. Wilks was taken to a local hospital where she later died, police said.  PLEASE SHARE: April 5th, LAST NIGHT, at 11:37pm Ms. Sophia Wilks was the victim of a homicide in the 700 block of Linnard Street. Submit an anonymous tip at 1-866-7-LOCKUP or https://t.co/85ZGBNkFsD for a reward up to $8,000. @BaltimorePolice pic.twitter.co…

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by David Cifarelli
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Recognize Him? Baltimore Police Looking To Identify Homicide Victim Recognize Him? Baltimore Police Looking To Identify Homicide Victim
Recognize Him? Baltimore Police Looking To Identify Homicide Victim Baltimore City Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a recent homicide victim so they can locate their family.  The victim had no identification when officers found him lying unresponsive on the ground in the 300 block of Spring Court around 5:20 p.m. on March 1, police said.  The victim was pronounced dead at the scene and his death was ruled a homicide on March 3, according to police. Investigators believe the victim may have been homeless. Investigators developed a composite sketch of the victim following his death but no one has identified hi…

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by David Cifarelli
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Stolen DC Vehicle Recovered In Pasadena Months After Reported Missing: Police Stolen DC Vehicle Recovered In Pasadena Months After Reported Missing: Police
Stolen DC Vehicle Recovered In Pasadena Months After Reported Missing: Police A vehicle that was stolen out of Washington DC last year has been recovered in Pasadena, authorities said.  Lashae Parker, 26, of Glen Burnie, and Dyandre Owens, 23, of Brooklyn, were found driving the stolen Toyota around 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 31, Anne Arundel County Police said. The vehicle was reported missing to DC Metro Police on August 28, 2021, police said.  Both suspects were arrested and charged accordingly, police said. One person already had an outstanding warrant for their arrest through Baltimore City, police added. The car was pulled over for displaying…

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by David Cifarelli
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Baltimore Teen Found In Alley With Gunshot Wounds In Head Was Victim Of Targeted Murder: Report Baltimore Teen Found In Alley With Gunshot Wounds In Head Was Victim Of Targeted Murder: Report
Baltimore Teen Found In Alley With Gunshot Wounds In Head Was Victim Of Targeted Murder: Report Police are offering rewards of up to $8,000 dollars for information regarding the recent slaying of Baltimore teen Braylon Gannon. The 15-year-old boy was being targeted when he was gunned down by multiple suspects on the night of Friday, March 25, according to WJZ. Braylon was found with multiple gunshot wounds to the back of his head when officers found him lying on the ground in an alley in the 2400 block of West Lafayette Avenue around 1:40 a.m. on Saturday, March 26 — nearly 4.5 hours after he was shot, Baltimore Police said. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.…

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by David Cifarelli
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Thief Shoots Baltimore Gas Station Worker After Swiping Goods: Police Thief Shoots Baltimore Gas Station Worker After Swiping Goods: Police
Thief Shoots Baltimore Gas Station Worker After Swiping Goods: Police A Baltimore man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection to a shooting that happened last month, authorities said.  Christopher Lee, 40, is being held without bail after being arrested without incident in the 100 block of West 29th Street on Tuesday, March 29, Baltimore City Police said.  Officers responded to for a reported shooting at the Mobile gas station located at 427 W. Mulberry Street just after 12:30 a.m. on Feb. 12, police said.  Upon arrival, officers found a 21-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hosp…

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by David Cifarelli
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‘I Wish I Could Have Killed His A**’: Baltimore Man Faces 30 Years For ‘Brutal Beating' ‘I Wish I Could Have Killed His A**’: Baltimore Man Faces 30 Years For ‘Brutal Beating'
‘I Wish I Could Have Killed His A**’: Baltimore Man Faces 30 Years For ‘Brutal Beating' A Baltimore City jury returned a guilty verdict this week for a man accused of brutally beating another man two years ago, the State Attorney’s Office said. Kenneth Sommers was found guilty of the brutal beating Wayne Brown in the Rosemont Avenue neighborhood, on Wednesday, March 23, the office said. Sommers faces up to 30 years in prison for first degree assault, second degree assault and reckless endangerment. Police responded to the assault, which happened in the 4200 block of Kolb Avenue around 4:13 p.m., on August 12, 2020, the office said. Brown was found excessively bleeding and u…

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by David Cifarelli
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Critical Missing Baltimore Teenager Found Critical Missing Baltimore Teenager Found
Critical Missing Baltimore Teenager Found UPDATE: Police said Bra'Niya has been safely located. Baltimore City Police are seeking the public's help in locating a critical missing teenager. Bra'Niya Walker, 16, is missing from the 200 block of Bloomsbury Avenue, police said.  She is described as a Black female, standing 5'9," and weighing 90 pounds. Walker was last seen wearing green scrubs and a black jacket, police said. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or 410-307-2020.

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by David Cifarelli