Category: Middle River

Aunt Charged in Connect to Children’s Death


Baltimore County Police have arrested and charged 33-year-old Nicole M. Johnson, of the 3500 block of Elmora Avenue in northeast Baltimore City in connection to the deaths of her niece and nephew, 7-year-old Joshlyn Johnson and 5-year-old Larry O’Neil.

The children are siblings. Johnson faces multiple charges including 1st degree child abuse that resulted in the death of a child under the age of 13.

Due to the nature of this case, it will take time to determine the exact circumstances that led to the children’s deaths.

In partnership with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner as well as the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office, the Baltimore County Police Department remains committed to bringing closure to this horrific case.

Two Dead Children Discovered at Middle River Traffic Stop


Just after 11 p.m. on July 28, 2021, officers from the Essex precinct conducted a traffic stop on Eastern Boulevard near Wagners Lane in Bowleys Quarters in Middle River.

During the stop, officers discovered the bodies of two deceased children.

The deceased minors were transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. The driver of the vehicle was taken into custody. Baltimore County detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident.

The aunt of the children was arrested and charged in this case.

Basketball Tournament to be Held for Essex


Baltimore County Department of Rec and Parks and the Baltimore County Police Department are hosting a 3-on-3 basketball tournament called the Big 3.

Boys and girls ages 9-17 and men and women ages 18+ in the Essex/Middle River area are invited to participate in the end of summer Big 3-on-3 basketball tournament.

The three-day tournament will be hosted at the Back River Community Center located at 801 Back River Neck Road Essex on held Monday, Aug.9 , Wednesday, Aug. 11 and Friday Aug. 13 from 5 to 9 p.m.

Each participant must register via Eventbrite in advance and provide proof of age on Tournament date. Teams of 4 players max are allowed. Jerseys will be provided. Referees will be officiating games. Prizes, giveaways, food will be available with a live DJ on site.

Limited transportation will be made available to those who indicate need at time of registration.

Pick up locations will include from Mars Estates PAL located at 1498 East Homberg Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21221 and also the intersection of Back River Neck Road & Lanflare roads (near Royal Farms).

Sign up at registration.

4th of July Event List for East Baltimore Co


Independence Day events are back after many were canceled in 2020.
Here is a list of parades, fireworks and festivals in eastern Baltimore County over this weekend. If we missed any, please email us at eastbaltco@gmail.com

Friday, July 2 to Sunday, July 4
Dundalk Heritage Fair
Heritage Park
2717 Playfield Street, Dundalk MD, 21222
The Heritage Fair will include music, food, beer garden, rides, games and arts and crafts. Tickets are $10 per person and children under 12 are free.
Time: Friday, July 2, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, July 3 noon to 10 p.m.
Sunday, July 4 noon to 10 p.m.

Saturday, July 3
PARADE-Dundalk Independence Day Parade
The 87th Annual Parade will start in the Logan Village Shopping Center to the Dundalk Shopping Center and End on Liberty Parkway.
Time: 8:15 p.m.

PARADE-Kingsville, Maryland Independence Day Parade
The Kingsville Parade begins at Kingsville Volunteer Fire Department, processing down Bradshaw Rd to Jerusalem Rd, ending at St Paul’s Lutheran Church
Time: 10:50 a.m.

FIREWORKS-Wilson Point
On a barge off of Wilson Point
Middle River, Maryland 21220
Time: 9:10 p.m.
Rain date: None

Monday, July 5
FIREWORKS-Dundalk—Grange Elementary School
2000 Church Road
Dundalk, Maryland 21222
Time: 9:15 p.m.
Rain date: July 6

The Fullerton Fireworks were canceled for the second year in a row but the committee is hopeful for a 2022 return.

Man Dies From Akin Circle Shooting on June 4


Antone Green, a 22 year-old man who was shot in the unit block of Akin Circle in Middle River on Friday, June 4, has died.

An investigation conducted by Baltimore County Detectives determined Green was having a small gathering on Akin Circle, when three unknown subjects tried to enter uninvited. Green and the subjects got into a physical fight which led to Green and one other adult male being shot.

Green died from his injuries on Friday, June 18.

Anyone who may have been in the area when this crime happened is asked to contact homicide detectives by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers.

Double Shooting Reported in Middle River on Akin Circle


Detectives continue to investigate a double shooting that occurred Friday, June 4 just before 5 a.m. When detectives responded to the unit block of Akin Circle in Middle River, they found two men who were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to an area hospital.

While this case remains under investigation, detectives believe this was a targeted attack.

Anyone who may have seen or heard something in the area on Friday morning is asked to contact police by calling 410-307-2020. Callers may remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward when submitting tips through Metro Crime Stoppers.

Arrest Made After Barricade in Middle River


A suspect was arrested tonight after discharging a firearm during a barricade near Wilson Point in Middle River.

Just after 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1, Baltimore County officers assisted the Aberdeen Police Department with an active investigation. Officers found the suspect of that investigation, an adult male, sitting in his parked vehicle in the 900 block of Beech Drive

When approached by officers, the suspect exited his vehicle and barricaded himself in the nearby woods. He then discharged a firearm at a Baltimore County Police tactical vehicle and later surrendered to police.

He was taken into custody without incident

Martin State Airport to Hold Aircraft Tours


The Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Air Power History Tour will once again visit Middle River at Martin State Airport, 701 Wilson Point Road, beginning Monday through Wednesday, June 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Aircraft on the tour will include a B-29, P-51, PT-13 and a T-6. They are offering rides to the public in the morning and are open for tours in the afternoon. Masks and social distancing is required inside the aircraft.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children 11 to 17 and children 10 under are free. Tickets will be sold onsite. For more information, go to mdairmuseum.org

Two Boaters Seriously Injured in Bouy Crash


-photo courtesy of Baltimore County Volunteer Firefighters Association-

Baltimore County crews reported a boating accident on Thursday, May 27 around 7:30 p.m.

Two boaters suffered serious injuries after their boat collided with a bouy on the Middle River.

Fire crews responded to reports of a boat collision and arrived to find two subjects in the water.

Both were transported to Shock Trauma.