Category: 911

Victim of September Assault Dies, Ruled Homicide in Essex


The Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit is now investigating a serious assault case after the victim died of his injuries.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the man’s death a homicide from multiple head injuries with complications on Friday morning after an autopsy was performed.

The man, identified as William David Johnson Jr. (78) with no fixed address, remained hospitalized at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center since the incident on September 24 until his death Sunday morning, Oct. 6.

Police were dispatched to the 500 block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex for a call of an unconscious subject just after 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24.The victim had been struck repeatedly with a blunt object, causing multiple injuries to the man.

No suspect has yet been identified in this case, which has been forwarded to the Homicide Unit for further investigation. Anyone who may have information is asked to call 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

21 Displaced in 4-Alarm Dundalk Fire


Twenty-one people have been displaced from their homes as a result of last night’s four-alarm fire in Dundalk.
The fire, which involved four townhomes in the 100 block of Highshire Court, remains under investigation by BCoPD fire investigators.

BCoFD fire units were dispatched at 10:46 p.m. Tuesday for a working dwelling fire that escalated quickly as fire spread across the rooftops of the townhomes. Commanders subsequently called for second, third and fourth alarms that ultimately brought more than 30 pieces of apparatus to the scene.

Firefighters from Baltimore City and Anne Arundel County responded under mutual aid agreements. BGE and the Maryland Department of the Environment also responded.

First-arriving crews found smoke showing from the front of a townhome and found the rear of the home fully involved.
One civilian was injured and evaluated at the scene , but declined transport to a hospital.

At about 11:07 p.m., a “Mayday” was called when a career firefighter fell through the roof. The firefighter self-extricated within minutes and was evaluated by EMS crews at the scene. He was not seriously hurt.

The fire was knocked at 11:29 p.m. The Red Cross responded to assist the displaced residents.

Endryas Named Boumi Shriners First Responder of the Year


Fire Captain Eric Endryas of the Middle River Fire Station has been named a 1st Responder of the Year by the Boumi Shriners.

Endryas has been with the Baltimore County Fire Department for almost 40 years.

The award recognizes those with a positive impact on the community & who show talent, energy and motivation.

The Boumi Shriners is the Baltimore/ Maryland Chapter of Shriner’s International, and part of the Maryland Masonic Family. They are located on King Avenue in Rosedale.

Shooting on Arnhem Road in Overlea Injures Man


One man was injured following a reported shooting in the Overlea on Monday night.

Police responded to the area of Arnhem and Leiden Road at 7:58 p.m. for a call of a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The man advised he was walking on Arnhem Road when he suffered a gunshot wound by an unknown suspect. The victim fled the area and was later transported to an area hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening wound.

The Baltimore County Police Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene and is continuing the investigation into the shooting. Anyone with information should contact police at 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Crash in White Marsh


Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal crash that involved a motorcycle on Monday night.

The crash occurred in White Marsh just after 7 p.m. when a Volkswagen Jetta attempted to make a left turn onto Allender Road in front of an oncoming motorcycle which struck the front passenger side of the Jetta.

The adult male operator of the motorcycle suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital. A female passenger of the motorcycle, identified as Ashley Lynn Simpson (27) of the 7900 block of 35th Street of Baltimore City suffered critical injuries and was transported to MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center where she was later pronounced deceased.

The driver of the Jetta was uninjured and remained at the scene.

Honeygo Park Event to Honor Officer Amy Caprio


A family fun public safety day will be held to honor fallen Baltimore County Police Officer Amy Caprio. She was killed in the line of duty on May 21, 2018 when a vehicle driven by a juvenile burglary suspect intentionally struck her during a pursuit in Perry Hall.

The event will take place at Honeygo Run Park on Saturday, Oct. 5 from noon to 3 p.m. and it will start with a ceremony at Honeygo’s dog park (Perry Paw) where a plaque will be dedicated in honor of Amy Caprio.

After the ceremony, there will be events held by Baltimore County Police that include fingerprinting for kids, and displays from Baltimore County Police’s tactical team, K9 unit, aviation, marine unit, motorcyclist and honor guard.

Members of the Harford County Humane Society will also be present at this family event.

Brush Fire Reported on Beltway Near Chesaco Avenue


Maryland Department of Transportation [MDOT] reports that there is a fire on the Beltway near the Chesaco underpass southbound before the Back River Bridge. The fire started around 3:32 p.m. today.

According to MDOT, the fire is on the right shoulder and the right lane is closed on the Inner Loop of I-695. Both lanes on the Outer Loop are still open.

Suspect Vehicle May Help Identify Burglars in Middle River


Do you recognize this car? If you do, you just might be able to help identify three burglary suspects that made off with electronics stolen from the business center at The Berkleigh in Greenleigh at Crossroads in Middle River.

The female suspect (scroll to bottom for suspect images) was dropped off at the apartment complex in the 6200 block of Greenleigh Avenue, 21220 around 7:10 p.m. on Monday, September 16. She was let into the secured business center by another tenant, and a short time later she let in the dark skinned male suspect. The suspects took two computers, concealed them in the yellow topped container he is seen carrying in the center photo below taken from surveillance video, and exited the building. They were picked up by the driver in what appears may be a gold Buick with a large dent in the trunk of the vehicle.

The driver of the vehicle is the light skinned male suspect (right side), also caught on surveillance video outside of the building while he waited for the other two to return.

If you recognize any of these suspects, if you recognize this vehicle or have seen it driving around in any specific area, contact Baltimore County Police Burglary Unit detectives by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

Police Looking to Identify Two Suspects who Robbed Family Dollar


Two suspects robbed the Family Dollar store in Rosedale, pointing a gun at the cashier and demanding money. Can you help police identify them?

It was just before 3 p.m. when the two men walked into Family Dollar at 8414 Philadelphia Road in Rosedale. They approached the counter, pointed a handgun at the cashier and demanded she open the register. They took an undisclosed amount of cash and fled on foot west on Philadelphia Road.

Detectives from the Baltimore County Police Robbery Unit are continuing the investigation into this incident and are asking the public for help identifying these two suspects. If you recognize either of these suspects or have any information on this crime call 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.

Melissa Lynn West Identified as Victim in Dundalk Fatal Shooting


Baltimore County Police responded to a shooting in the 500-block of Fairview Avenue in Dundalk on Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. Police arrived and found the victim outside of the location.The 30-year-old woman was taken to a local hospital where she was later pronounced deceased.

The woman shot and killed is identified as Melissa Lynn West (30) of the 500 block of Fairview Avenue, 21224.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and ask anyone who may have heard or seen anything to contact police at 410-307-2020.

Reward Offered

Police continue to investigate this homicide, additional details will be provided as they become available.