Category: 911

Patapsco 2020 Graduate Killed in Crash


Maryland State Police are investigating a single-vehicle crash in which one person died and another was injured early Tuesday morning in Anne Arundel County.

Shortly before 4:15 a.m., troopers from the Maryland State Police Glen Burnie Barrack responded to a single-vehicle crash on northbound MD 295 at West Nursery Road in Linthicum Heights. According to a preliminary investigation, a 2018 Toyota Camry was traveling in in the left lane, when for unknown reasons, the driver failed to maintain control of the vehicle, drove off to the right grassy portion of the roadway and struck a tree. Both the driver and passenger were wearing seatbelt at the time of crash.

The driver of the Toyota, a 19-year-old male, was transported by ambulance to Shock Trauma in Baltimore for treatment of his injuries. The passenger of the vehicle, Sean Ruffin, 19, of Dundalk was pronounced deceased at the scene by Anne Arundel County EMS personnel.

Ruffin is a 2020 gradate of Patapsco High Center for the Arts. According to the Patapsco Patriots Football Facebook page, Ruffin was a 4 year member of the Patapsco Football Program, a Captain for both the JV and Varsity teams, who started at both Wide Receiver and Defensive back for the Patriots.

Sean was the type of kid every coach loves to have apart of their program, always knew the perfect time to crack a joke, but also knew when it was time to strap up and get to work. Sean’s coaches and teammates will always cherish the moments & memories shared during their time together and hold them close to their hearts,” said a statement on the page.

“The Patapsco Football program sends our deepest condolences to Sean’s family, friends, and loved ones during this tragic time.”

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

Two Adults and A Child Shot in Overlea


Baltimore County Police reported three people were shot in Rosedale last night.

Shortly before 11 p.m. Wednesday night, patrol officers responded to the scene of a triple shooting in the 5500 block of Lanham Way in Rosedale. Officers found three people suffering from gunshot wounds.

All three victims were transported to the hospital; two of the victims later died as a result of their injuries.

42-year-old Nyatiaha Faltz
19-year-old Grantley Herbert
8-year-old (non-fatal injury)

An initial investigation indicates this shooting stemmed from an argument that occurred during a family gathering.

Homicide detectives are actively conducting their investigation at this time. If you have any information about this case, please call Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020.

Middle River Man Arrested for Shooting Roommate


Baltimore County Police reported that 36-year-old Samuel Charles Davis is charged with attempted first-degree murder and other charges after shooting his roommate, a 30-year-old man.

The victim was transported to a local hospital after being shot in the lower body by Davis following an argument in the 1500 block of Aldeney Avenue in Middle River just before 9 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30. Davis remained at the location and was arrested when officers arrived.

Davis is held at the Baltimore County Detention Center on a no bail status pending a bail review hearing.

Three Men Fatally Shot in Essex ; One Self-Inflicted


Baltimore County Police report a preliminary investigation reveals 27-year-old Joshua Green shot three people at the Royal Farms along Middleborough Road in Essex just before 7:00 a.m. Sunday, March 28. Two victims were pronounced deceased on the scene and one is recovering at a local hospital.

According to detectives, the suspect left the store and returned home where he set his apartment on fire. Police later found him outside his apartment complex deceased from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Detectives traveled to the home of the suspect’s parents where they discovered the two deceased; both individuals appeared to have been shot.

Detectives say all three incidents are connected and they are not searching for any additional suspects in connection to these three incidents.

Arrest Made in Gray Place Stabbing in Dundalk


Baltimore County Police reported that 36-year-old Bobby Lee Pittman Jr. of Eurith Avenue in Baltimore City faces criminal charges for the Dundalk domestic related stabbing that occurred in the 1600 block of Gray Place on on March 23.

Officers found a victim female at the location suffering from multiple stab wounds to her upper body. She was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Pittman is charged with attempted first degree murder, first and second degree assault and is held on no bond status pending a bail review hearing.

Fallen Officer Gets Congressional Badge


U.S. Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen and Congressman Andy Harris joined together Friday to present the parents of Baltimore County Police Officer Amy Caprio, who was killed in the line of duty in 2018, with the Congressional Badge of Bravery, an award from the Department of Justice that recognizes “exceptional acts of bravery while in the line of duty.”

Participating in the event were Officer Caprio’s parents, Debbie and Garry Sorrells, as well as Baltimore County Police Chief Melissa Hyatt and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski.

The Congressional Badge of Bravery presentation was held virtually and at the Baltimore County Police Department.

Officer Caprio was killed May 21, 2018 after she responded to a call for a suspicious vehicle in Parkville. That year, she was nominated for the award, which honors federal, state, local, and tribal officers who demonstrate exceptional acts of bravery in the line of duty, risking serious injury or death.

Woman Injured in Tuesday Dundalk Stabbing


Police are investigating a domestic related assault that has left a woman critically injured in Dundalk.

Just after 11:30 p.m., Tuesday night, officers responded to the 1600 block of Gray Place to investigate a stabbing. Officers located an adult female at the location suffering from multiple stab wounds to her upper body. She was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The investigation revealed that the victim stabbed knew the suspect; the person’s identity is being withheld pending formal charges.

The Baltimore County Police Department reminds the public that if you are a victim of domestic violence and are in immediate danger, please call 911. Resources and information about domestic violence are also available online.

Police Investigating Monday Shooting in Essex

Essex Shooting under Investigation by Baltimore County Detectives


Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are investigating a shooting that occurred just before 9 p.m., on March 22, in the Essex area near Ashbridge and Hadwick drives.

The suspect’s vehicle is described as a grey four-door Honda

The victim reported he was shot in the leg during an attempted robbery. The victim told police he was later driven to the hospital.

The Violent Crimes Unit of the Baltimore County Police Department is investigating this case. If you have any information about this murder, please call Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020.

Man Fatally Pinned Under Car in Overlea


A man had died in Overlea after he was pinned under a car.

Baltimore County Fire Department reported the incident in the 200 block Elinor Avenue on Monday. A neighbor found the patient pinned under a car in the driveway with critical injuries around 10 a.m. March 22. The patient, who was reported as an adult male was extricated from the scene ,but he was later reported deceased around 1:12 p.m.

There are no further details at this time.

Female Rescued From Inside Rossville Storm Drain


–photo courtesy of Middle River Volunteer Fire and Rescue-

Baltimore County Fire Department reported a confined space rescue taking place in the 9200 block of Oswald Way in Rossville.

This is in the area near the Canterbury Apartments by Franklin Square Drive.

Confined Space Rescue team & HazMat crews responded and rescued a female, who trapped around 25 feet inside a storm drain on Saturday around 12:24 p.m. She was rescued around 2:15 p.m.

She was transported to local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.