Category: Police

Marks to Host Zoom Public Safety Town Hall


Baltimore County Councilman David Marks announced that his office will hold an online town hall meeting to discuss crime control and public safety.

He will be joined by the three police captains from the Fifth District and States Attorney Scott Shellenberger.

The town hall meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 18 at 7 p.m. Zoom information is below:

Topic: PUBLIC SAFETY TOWN HALL
Time: Jan 18, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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“Public safety is my top concern, and the major issue for most of the constituents I speak with,” Councilman Marks commented. “It’s why I have pushed for more police officers, expanded neighborhood watch programs, and not retreating on tough policies to punish criminals. I thank our police captains and States Attorney for participating in this important forum.”

Since there is a limit to the number of users, the session will be recorded for those who cannot participate.

Essex Man Arrested in Fatal Stabbing


A man has been arrested in an Essex stabbing from Tuesday afternoon.

Baltimore County police officers responded to the Unit block of Moline Circle for a stabbing on Dec. 27 around 1 p.m.

Upon arrival, they located the victim 32-year-old Dominic Thornton. Medics transported Thornton to an area hospital where he died from his injury.

Homicide detectives arrested 24-year-old Diamond A. Dingle for first-degree murder.

Dingle is being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center.

Dundalk Man Arrested in Porch Package Theft


A Dundalk man was arrested in Harford County and charged in a porch package theft.

The Harford County Sheriff’s Office reported an arrest was made after packages were stolen from the Belcamp area.

John Brock, 37, was arrested at his Dundalk home on Thursday night.

Brock was taken to the Harford County Detention Center where he was charged on multiple counts of theft.

He was later released on his own recognizance after his initial appearance with the District Court Commissioner.

The investigation is continuing, and additional charges are still pending.

Arrest Made in Nov. 21 Eastern Ave. Shooting


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.

BCPS Releases Statement on TikTok Threat


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.”

Body Found Along Sparrows Point Shoreline


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.

Shooting Reported on Pavia Ct in Rosedale


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.

Police Said No “Credible Threat” to Essex Area Schools


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.

Juvenile is Reportedly Shot in Middle River on Sunday


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.

Arrested Made After Gunfire Near Courthouse & Other Spots


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