Eastern Baltimore County News
Detectives arrested 51-year-old Murkey Spruill and 23-year-old Dandre Cannon in connection to a shooting that occurred on Nov. 21, in the 2100 block of Eastern Avenue in Middle River
Spruill and Cannon have been charged with attempted first degree murder and first degree assault. Both suspects are being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center.
Baltimore County Public School released a statement about a TikTok threat against schools across the nation on Thursday, Dec. 16.
“The safety of all students, staff, and visitors at Baltimore County Public Schools remains a top priority. Since the beginning of the 2021-2022 school year, members of the Baltimore County Police Department, including school resource officers (SROs), have investigated more than 75 threats made both in person or on social media.”
“Baltimore County Public Schools and the Baltimore County Police Department remain committed to investigating each threat to ensure our youth are provided a safe learning environment in which they can receive a quality education. Both agencies will work in collaboration with the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office to prosecute these cases when warranted.
“Parents and guardians are urged to be vigilant. It is critical that social media accounts are checked regularly, and that the importance of acting responsibly is stressed. Please remind your children that if they see something, say something. Anyone who witnesses suspicious activity is urged to call 911 as well as notify their school resource officer and administrator. Social media threats should not be forwarded unless instructed to do so by a police officer or school official/administrator.”
Baltimore County officers responded to the 1600 block of Sparrows Point Blvd. in Sparrows Point in reference to a body that was located near the shoreline. The body was found on Wednesday, December 8, at approximately 10:15 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of an unidentified male. While there were no apparent signs of trauma, an autopsy will be performed by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Baltimore County Homicide detectives are assisting in this investigation.
As detectives continue to investigate this case, they are asking anyone who might have information about the case to contact 410-307-2020.
Officers responded to a local hospital for a reported walk-in gunshot victim on Thursday, Dec. 2 around 11 p.m.
During that same timeframe, there were reports of a potential shooting in the Unit block of Pavia Court in Rosedale.
As Baltimore County detectives investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident, they are asking anyone who may have information about it to contact them by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous.
Baltimore County police have investigated a threat that was called into a local Essex high school this morning but have determined the threat was not “credible”
The threat was reported on Wednesday. Dec. 1 at 11:14 a.m.
There are unconfirmed reports that Kenwood High was one of the schools on lockdown.
As this investigation was conducted, three Essex area schools were placed on “lockout” status.
Baltimore County officers responded to the 2100 block of Eastern Boulevard in Middle River for a shooting on Sunday.
Officers located a juvenile subject suffering from a gunshot wound on Nov. 21 around 4:15 p.m.
The person has been transported to an area hospital for treatment. This remains an active investigation.
Members of the Baltimore County Police Department successfully resolved an incident this morning that involved an armed individual, barricaded inside his vehicle.
Out of an abundance of caution, several roads in the area were closed in the area of Dulaney Valley Road and Jarrettsville Pike in Jacksonville as this matter was being addressed.
Those roads were reopened shortly after the subject, who appeared to be in crisis, was safely taken into custody and transported to an area hospital for an evaluation.
The subject involved in this morning’s incident was being sought following reports of property damage that occurred Saturday evening.
At approximately 11 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20, officers responded to the 11000 block of Crossroads Circle, 21220, for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers observed property damage to the location. The subject involved had left the scene. No one was injured.
At 11:24 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20, officers responded to the 8900 block of Kelso Drive in Essex for a report of a firearms discharge. When officers arrived, they observed property damage to a government-owned building. No one was injured
At 11:54 p.m., officers responded to a firearms discharge in Unit block of Nakota Court in Middle River.
As officers searched for the subject, a report of a suspicious vehicle was received at 5:35 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 21.
Officers responded to the location near Dulaney Valley Road and Jarresttsville Pike and secured the area.
Crisis negotiators and other specialized personnel within the Baltimore County Police Department as well as members of the Harford County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police helped to bring this morning’s incident to a peaceful resolution
Baltimore County Police reported a car crashed through a 7ELEVEN in Dundalk.
The incident was reported on Friday, Oct. 29 around 7 p.m. in the 3000 block of North Point Road as the vehicle crashed in the front of the store.
There are no further details at this time. There was an original report that the vehicle went through storefont but that has not been confirmed.
Baltimore County Police need help in identifying a vehicle in an accident in Dundalk.
The vehicle pictured was involved in a hit & run crash on October 20, 2021 just before 8:30 a.m., at the intersection of Merritt Boulevard and Dumanway in Dundalk.
The vehicle is described as a dark colored SUV that may have signs of damage on the passenger front side and possibly to the front hood or bumper.
If you recognize the vehicle or have any additional information, you are asked to contact police by calling 410-307-2020.
Fallen Officer Amy Caprio will be honored with a playground at Gunpowder Elementary School on Saturday, October 23, from 2 – 4 p.m. at the school, 9540 Holiday Manor Road in Perry Hall.
A host of county and state elected and educational leaders, including BCPS Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams and Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski, will participate in the ribbon-cutting for a new Unity Playground to honor the life and service of Ofc. Amy Caprio, who was killed in the line of duty in Perry Hall in May 2018.
The ceremony will include remarks from Williams and Olszewski as well as from Makeda Scott, chair of the Board of Education of Baltimore County; state Sen. Kathy Klausmeier, Police Chief Melissa Hyatt, Baltimore County Councilman David Marks, and family members and friends of Officer Caprio’s.
The event also will feature the Perry Hall High School Chamber Choir and a medley from Police Emerald Society piper Lt. Robert McCurdy (ret.) of the Baltimore County Fire Department. The community is invited, and children will be invited to engage in a “First Play” on the equipment to end the ceremony.
The rain date for this event is Saturday, October 30.
