Category: 911

Baltimore County Police arrest one suspect for attempted arson in Middle River.

Police responded to Royal Farms in the 12500 block of Eastern Avenue, 21220 just after 10 p.m. Tuesday night for a disturbance. The initial investigation revealed that a man left the location after refusing to pay for an item.

A short time later he returned and removed a fire extinguisher from a gas pump and discharged it in the parking lot. Then he grabbed the gas pump nozzles of numerous pumps and forcefully struck them against the sides of the gas pump terminals. Afterward, he attempted to ignite numerous gas pumps while threatening to set the location on fire. Police found him a short distance away with the fire extinguisher.

Evan Wendell Hunt (26), who has no fixed address, was arrested and is charged with attempted second degree arson, threat of arson and various other charges. He is held at the Baltimore County Detention Center on a no bail status pending a bail hearing.

With heavy amount of rain expected this afternoon, Baltimore County Police are reminding motorists not to drive through standing water. Water may be deeper than it appears or obscure other hazards in the road.

Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported that their Swiftwater Team 48 was alerted for a flood rescue on Monday morning near Golden Ring Road in Essex.

Kingsville VFC reported that the driver able was to swim to safety, but they are telling drivers to turn around if they find these types of flooded conditions.

Today marks the 146th anniversary of the Baltimore County Police Department. Established by the Maryland legislature on April 11, 1874, the Department has evolved into the 21st largest police agency in the United States.

The Maryland Legislature approved what became Chapter 374 of the Laws of Maryland, authorizing the Baltimore County Commissioners to “appoint such number of policemen as they may deem advisable…,” that number not to exceed thirty officers. Starting pay was two dollars per day, with the exception of mounted police officers, who received three dollars per day but had to supply and sustain their own horse and riding equipment. They were expected to work seven days a week until 1912 when officers were finally given 12 days off per year. There was no formal training for police officers until 1939 when a one week training program was instituted. According to historical census data from the Maryland State Department of Planning the population of Baltimore County was around 25,000 in 1870.

Today, Baltimore County Police Department is the 21st largest police department in the nation, with more than 1900 sworn officers serving a population of over 828,000 and growing (per 2018 estimated census data). Starting pay for a sworn officer today is $54,037. Officers must pass a rigorous 27-week training program. They’ve also been given a few additional days off since its inception.

In recognition of the Department’s anniversary, and in an effort to memorialize all of the changes that policing and the Department have undergone, the Department worked on an Anniversary Yearbook which was published earlier this year.

Baltimore County Police are investigating a double shooting in Essex this afternoon.

Police responded to the intersection of Norris Lane and Torner Road in Essex at 12:13 p.m. for a shooting. The initial investigation determined that two men were shot and transported to local hospitals by medics. The ages and condition of the victims are unconfirmed at this time. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival.

Baltimore County Detectives are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information should contact Detectives by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

On April 7 at 7:24 p.m., police responded to the 1300 block of Mantle Street for another carjacking in Parkville.

The initial investigation determined two suspects walked up to the victim, who just parked his car, and asked for directions. When the victim pulled out his cell phone, the suspects grabbed the phone, demanded money and took his keys. They stole his vehicle and fled the scene.

On April 8 at 1:27 a.m., members of the Regional Auto Theft Task Force, while looking for the stolen vehicle, located it after it crashed in Baltimore City. The suspects fled the vehicle and were arrested by police after a brief foot pursuit.

Kevon Darrell Saunders (18) of the 1500 block of East Lanvale Street in Baltimore City was arrested and charged with robbery, carjacking and various other charges. Saunders is held at the Baltimore County Detention Center on a no bail status pending a bail review.

An 11-year-old female from Baltimore, a relative of Saunders, was also arrested and charged with felony offenses. She was released by the Department of Juvenile Services into the custody of a guardian

This was the third reported carjacking in the 21234 zip code by Baltimore County Police in the first week of April. A carjacking was reported on April 6 in the 8400 block of Greenway Road in Parkville and another carjacking took place at the Royal Farms store in the 2700 block of Taylor Avenue on April 4.

Baltimore County Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the Feb. 25 homicide of Anthony Laron Richardson Jr.

Detectives obtained an arrest warrant on Monday for Curtis Ray Carradine Jr. (23) of the 4100 block of Kinsway Street in Overlea. He was arrested Tuesday and was charged with first degree murder. Carradine is held on a no bail status pending a bail review at the Baltimore County Detention Center.

The investigation into the homicide has determined that Carradine and Michael Kevin Richardson (no relation to Anthony Richardson Jr.), previously charged, targeted the victim, who was shot and killed on Comet Court in Paekville Feb. 25.

Anyone with additional information is asked to call the Baltimore County Police Department Homicide Unit at 410-307-2020.

Baltimore County Police arrested a man responsible for an armed carjacking in the 8400 block of Greenway Road in Parkville.

Police responded to the location for an armed robbery on Monday, April 6 at 8:36 p.m. The initial investigation revealed that three suspects armed with a weapon demanded the victim’s money and robbed him. The suspects tried to steal the victim’s vehicle but they were unable to operate it.

Detectives arrested Elijah Crichlow (18) of the 1700 block of Ramblewood Road of Baltimore City. He is charged with armed robbery, armed carjacking and various other charges. He is held at the Baltimore County Detention Center on a no bail status pending a bail review hearing.

Police added that detectives continue to look for two more suspects. One suspect is described as a black male, 18-25 years old, approximately 6’2, 215 pounds, wearing a black jacket and black pants. The second suspect is described as a white male, 18-25 years old, approximately 5’10, 195 pounds, wearing a black jacket and black pants.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Baltimore County Police Department Towson Investigative Services Team at 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

This is the second reported carjacking by Baltimore County Police a three-day period in Parkville. Another carjacking was reported at the Royal Farms on Taylor Avenue on Saturday.

Baltimore County Police reported they have arrested two suspects who carjacked a man in Parkville on Saturday, April 4.

Police responded to a carjacking at the Royal Farms store in the 2700 block of Taylor Avenue on Saturday around 3:28 p.m. The investigation revealed that two suspects, armed with a weapon, robbed the victim as he entered his car. Afterwards, they stole his vehicle.

Members of the Regional Auto Theft Task Force, Baltimore County Police Aviation and patrol located the victim’s vehicle in Baltimore City. A 14-year-old and 15-year-old, both from Baltimore, were arrested and charged with armed robbery, armed carjacking and various other charges. They have been released to the custody of their guardians.