Dundalk Man Charged in Mother’s Death


Baltimore County police officers from the Dundalk Precinct responded to the 7300 block of Kirtley Road in Dundalk in reference to a call for an unknown trouble on Thursday, March 17, at approximately 4 a.m.

Once on scene, officers encountered an individual who was walking in the roadway. This individual was stopped and identified as Raymond G. Swartz (23). Officers were then directed to the residence of Mr. Swartz, where they located Stacy Franz (54). Ms. Franz had sustained multiple puncture wounds, and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Mr. Swartz was arrested and charged in connection with this homicide.

He is currently being held without bail at the Baltimore County Detention Center.

House Fire Reported on Transom Road in Perry Hall


– photo courtesy of Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company-

A house fire has been reported in Perry Hall. The fire took place on in the 9000 block of Transom Road near the intersection of Ballygar Road off Ebenezer Road.

The fire was called in before 3 p.m. on Monday, March 14. The Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported the structure is a two-story house and all four sides caught on fire. No further details at this time.

Black smoke can be seen in the Perry Hall region. Motorists are advised to use caution around the Ebenezer Road.

Two Pedestrians Hit; One Killed in Rosedale


Two pedestrians were struck on Sunday night as they attempted to cross Pulaski Highway in Rosedale. One of them was killed at the scene on March 6 around 8:20 p.m.

Members of the Baltimore County Crash Team determined the driver of the 2006 BMW 750i, that struck the pedestrians, was traveling west on Pulaski Highway, in the westbound lane, approaching Batavia Farm Road when the crash occurred.

36-year-old Darious T. Eason, was pronounced deceased on the scene. The second pedestrian, who suffered minor injuries, was transported to an area hospital. A preliminary investigation indicates the pedestrians involved in this crash were crossing against the pedestrian signal and were outside the crosswalk when they were struck.

Investigators continue to review all factors involved in this crash

Man Fatally Shot in Dundalk on Ewald Avenue


Baltimore County police officers responded to the 1900 block of Ewald Avenue in Dundalk for reports of a shooting on Wednesday, March 2 around 2:30 p.m.

When officers arrived they located a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Medics transported the victim, 43-year-old Tayvon Scott, to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Baltimore County homicide detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this shooting. Anyone with information regarding the case is being asked to call 410-307-2020.

One Person Arrested at Chesapeake HS


Baltimore County Police reported officers responded to Chesapeake High School in the 1800 block of Turkey Point Road in Essex in reference to an assault and disturbance.

The incident was reported Wednesday afternoon.

At least, one person has been arrested.
Additional information will be provided – as it becomes available.

Ukrainian Cemetery Desecrated in Dundalk


– photo courtesy of Baltimore County Police Department –

Baltimore County Police received information that more than 50 headstones were damaged at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Cemetery in Dundalk.

The incident was called into police on Wednesday, Feb. 23 around 4 p.m.

Detectives continue to investigate this case.

Anyone with information about this case may contact precinct detectives at 410-307-2020.

Information may also be provided through iWATCH.

Body Found in Philadelphia Road Landfill


Baltimore County police officers responded to a landfill in the 10000 block of Philadelphia Road in White Marsh.

This was in reference to a body that was found at the scene on Friday, Feb. 25 around 1:30 p.m.

The remains were transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where an autopsy can be conducted.

This suspicious death investigation remains ongoing at this time.