Category: Dundalk

Dundalk Pedestrian Killed on Wise Avenue


A pedestrian crossing Wise Avenue in the Dundalk Precinct was killed on Friday evening after being struck by a vehicle in the travel lane.

The pedestrian, identified as Evelyn Ann Cornell of the 2300 block of Searles Road in Dundalk was crossing Wise Avenue east of Church Road around 5:40 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, when she was struck by a 2019 Nissan Altima traveling eastbound on Wise Avenue.

Cornell was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased. The driver of the Nissan remained at the scene.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Investigation Team continues to investigate this fatal crash.

Driver Identified in Dundalk Fatal Crash


The driver in a single-vehicle crash in the Dundalk area died shortly after the incident yesterday evening.

Crash investigators were called to the scene on Rolling Mill Road near North Point Boulevard at 7:32 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27.

The preliminary investigation determined that the vehicle, a 1993 Honda Accord, was traveling southbound on Rolling Mill Road when, for as yet undetermined reasons, it crossed the oncoming northbound traffic lane and left the roadway, traveling into a wooded area where it came to a stop.

The driver, identified as Antonio Dominique Whittington (38) of the 3400 block of Woodstock Avenue, 21213, was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Investigation Team are continuing to investigate the factors that contributed to this fatal crash

Lighted Boat Parade Comes to Dundalk Waterways


The Dundalk area is having a holiday parade on the water as Bear Creek’s first annual Lighted Boat Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m. This event is presented and organized by Bear Creek Sailing Association and hosted by the Hard Yacht Cafe.

There has been a similar lighted boat parade in Middle River for the past two decades.

Boaters that want to participate in the parade are encouraged to register their boat at http://bearcreeksailing.com.

The parade will start at the Hard Yacht Cafe, located at 8500 Cove Road, and check-in is at 5 p.m.

This event can also be watched from one of the many parks, bridges, restaurants, homes or clubs along the parade route such as Inverness Park, the Wise Avenue Bridge and Watersedge Park.

Person Rescued From Vehicle in Dundalk


The Baltimore County Fire Department reported a motor vehicle crash that resulted in a rescue Friday night in Dundalk.

The incident was reported at 8:16 p.m. at the corner of Rolling Mill Road and North Point Boulevard.

Crews have rescued an occupant from a single vehicle accident. That person was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Use caution in the area.

Santa and Wise Avenue VFC to Tour Dundalk


The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company (WAVFC) announced on its website a schedule of their annual tradition of bringing Santa around on the Fire Engine onto Dundalk neighborhood streets. The Santa/Fire Engine tour will run from Friday, Nov. 27 to Monday, Dec. 22 starting at 6 p.m.

WAVFC stated that the schedule and times are subject to change based on emergencies calls, bad weather and personnel available. Residents living on a small street/court and/or dead end, are advised to go the nearest corner to see Santa as getting in and out of those areas can be difficult when not on an emergency response.

The website has a list of the streets where Santa is scheduled to arrive but not every street is listed on the website. Residents are asked to click on each map for each day to get an approximation on Santa’s stops.

WAVFC announced in September it was canceling its 2020 train garden as a result of COVID-19.

Dundalk Christmas Tree Lighting This Sunday


The Dundalk Christmas Tree Lighting will be held this Sunday, Nov. 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Poplar Place Center at the corner of Wise Avenue and Merritt Boulevard.

This is a completely outdoor event and face coverings and social distancing are required. Santa, the Grinch and live horses will be there.

The event is being hosted by the Eastern Regional LIONS CLUB.

For more information, go to the Dundalk Christmas Tree Lighting Facebook page.

Dundalk Building Fire Reported on Merritt


– photo courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department-
Baltimore County Fire Department reported a commercial building fire at the State Farm building at the corner of Merritt Boulevard and Wise/Holabird avenues in Dundalk.

According to the fire department, crews arrived with fire showing from the rear of location. No injuries or entrapment were reported.

The fire department reported the fire was under control at 8:40 Monday evening.

The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Royal Farms Robbed by Same Suspect 3 Times


Do you recognize this suspect? Baltimore County Police are seeking the public’s help identifying the suspect, pictured here from security video, that burglarized a Royal Farms store three times. 

Since September 8, between 3 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., the suspect burglarized the Royal Farms store in the 8200 block of Eastern Avenue before the Essex bridge by forcing his way through the front entrance of the store, which was closed for business at the time.

Once inside, he stole various tobacco products. He is described as a white male, approximately 5’10 – 6’1 and approximately 21-30 years old. In one incident, the suspect fled the location on a bicycle.

Detectives from the Baltimore County Police Burglary Unit are now asking the public for help identifying this suspect.

If you recognize this suspect or have information about this crime, contact detectives at 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers.

BCPS Specialized Schools Won’t Open in Fall


Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Darryl L. Williams and Chief of School Climate and Safety Dr. Michael J. Zarchin reserved course and stated they will not open four specialized schools in November. Battle Monument in Dundalk, Maiden Choice, Ridge Ruxton, and White Oak in Parkville were set to open in the fall. Williams released the following statement in response to rising COVID-19 infections in Baltimore County:

“From day one, BCPS has prioritized the health and safety of staff and students. The purpose of this communication is to provide an update on current BCPS COVID-19 School Opening Scores. In accordance with guidance from the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and Maryland Department of Health, BCPS staff will implement its reopening plan when the county positivity rate is 5 percent or lower and the number of cases per 100,000 residents is below 15.

“As of Nov. 3, the Baltimore County daily positivity rate is 4.6 percent and the number of cases per 100,000 residents is greater than 18. These numbers have steadily increased in the last week. As of Nov. 3, our cumulative number of cases per 100,000 (14 days total) is greater than 200. Our percent change in new cases per 100,000 (previous 7 days) is more than 10 percent.

“Therefore, we are unable to proceed with reopening our four public separate day schools (Battle Monument, Maiden Choice, Ridge Ruxton, and White Oak) as scheduled on Nov. 9 for staff and Nov. 16 for students. We will proceed with a safe reopening for students two weeks after we meet the established parameters. The return of school-based staff to school buildings is also being put on hold until further notice.

“As the COVID-19 crisis continues to evolve, we will monitor our metrics on a daily basis in coordination with the Baltimore County Department of Health and make adjustments as necessary, always keeping health and safety foremost in our minds. Updates on our metrics will be provided every Friday.”

Dundalk Man Dies in Pedestrian Accident


Baltimore County Police are investigating a fatal crash in Dundalk yesterday.

Just before 7:30 p.m. on October 30, police responded to Merritt Boulevard and Ives Lane in Dundalk for a pedestrian involved crash. The preliminary investigation revealed that a Chevrolet Caprice was traveling southbound on Merritt Boulevard when it struck a pedestrian who attempted to cross the southbound lanes of Merritt Boulevard. The pedestrian did not cross at the crosswalk.  

The pedestrian, Chom Woody (71) of the 400 block of Westfield Road 21222, was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center where she died the next day. The driver remained at the scene.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Team is continuing their investigation.