Category: Parkville

Annapolis Police Officer (Carney Resident) Charged in Theft Scheme


Gerrard Lamont Williams Jr., 36, of the unit block of Wildberry Court in Carney was arrested on May 5 and charged with felony theft scheme.

Williams is a Police Officer with the Annapolis Police Department.

An investigation by detectives revealed that Williams worked secondary employment at the Wal-Mart located in the 3600 block of Washington Boulevard in Arbutus.

During his shift, between the dates of February 8, 2021- March 30, 2021, Williams is accused of stealing approximately $3643.59 from the business. The items stolen include:

· Flat screen televisions

· Window air conditioners

· Baby products

· Food/Beverages

· Hygiene products

· Clothing

· Household goods

· Dog food/Care items

· Bedding

Williams was taken into custody at his residence after a warrant was issued for his arrest on April 27, 2021. Williams has since been released on his own recognizance.

The Annapolis Police Department has fully cooperated with Baltimore County Police Department during this investigation.

Parkville HS Congratulates Paige Holley


As Eastbaltco.com reported on Monday, Paige Holley, a senior at Parkville High School, was announced as one of two recipients of the Charles Perry McCormick Scholarship, worth $40,000 over four years. She is the first Parkville High student to earn this honor.

The scholarship was announced during a virtual Unsung Heroes program event hosted by McCormick and Company, Inc., on May 3.

Holley and the other Charles Perry McCormick Scholarship recipient were chosen from 100 Baltimore area student athletes recognized as Unsung Heroes this year.

When the women’s lacrosse team at Parkville High needed a goalie, Holley, a field player, stepped up to learn new skills to benefit the team.

During the pandemic, she also volunteered to be a group leader during the team’s virtual practice sessions.

Her coach, Shannon McFadden, describes Holley as the team’s morale booster.

“She has the best attitude no matter what her role is that day,” McFadden said.

“Paige is everything a coach can ask for in an athlete,” said Jeff Markle, Parkville High’s athletic director.

“She is an athlete who shows up every day and works as hard as possible to improve, and a great teammate whose attitude is infectious on the team.”

Three of the four other students recognized with additional scholarships at this year’s Unsung Heroes event also represent BCPS. Dustin Krotee of Hereford High School received a $7,500 scholarship.

Aureole Djoumejio of Owings Mills High School and Chase Glenn of Western School of Technology and Environmental Science each received $5,000 scholarships.

McCormick’s Unsung Heroes program was founded in 1940 by Charles Perry McCormick, Sr. The mission of the program is to recognize athletes for unselfish team play and highlight the efforts of those who contribute to the success of their teams without acclaim.

To date, the company has awarded over $1.9 million in scholarships to deserving student-athletes.

Donation Page Created for Parkville Fire Victim


A family in Parkville is looking to rebuild after a fire destroyed a elderly woman’s home on April 23 on Oakleigh Road.

The family reported the house is now unlivable and the vehicle she owned is destroyed. Many of her belongings has suffered fire and smoke damage.

There was no insurance and she has no savings. The family has started a donation page to help their mother.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/elderly-woman-loses-home-in-fire-in-Maryland?utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet

Parkville High’s Holley Wins McCormick Female Unsung Hero


The Parkville HS Athletic Boosters Club reported on its Facebook page that Paige Holley of Parkville High School has been named 1st grand prize winner of the McCormick Unsung hero award. Holley has earned a $40,000 scholarship as a result of winning the award. She is a lacrosse player at the school.

The 81th McCormick Unsung Heroes Awards were held on Monday night. There were 100 Unsung Hero honorees who were nominated throughout the region

One male and female athlete were selected to receive a $40,000 Charles Perry McCormick Scholarship. Logan Welsh, a lacrosse player from Patapsco High School Center for the Arts was the female winner in 2020.

Man Arrested in Fatal Parkville Crabs Crash


85-year-old Louis Anthony Fernandez, after review by the Baltimore County State’s Attorney’s Office, has been charged with manslaughter, reckless driving and other related charges in connection to the fatal motor vehicle accident that happened on Dec., 2020 in Parkville on Harford Road between Taylor and Lavender Avenue.

Deanna Jean Allik (35) of the 8100 block of Harford Road was killed in a fatal crash at Parkville Crabs when a Subaru Outback that was on the parking lot drove through the glass window area at the front of the business.

Man Arrested in Carney Shooting Saturday


Just after 6 a.m. on February 28, Baltimore County Police responded to the 2700 block of Cold Stream Way in Carney for a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the lower body. The victim was transported to a local hospital to undergo surgery and is in stable condition.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the incident was domestic related. The suspect responded to Cold Stream Way causing a disturbance where he was confronted by the victim. The suspect displayed a handgun and shot the victim before leaving the scene. The police located the suspect shortly after and identified him as 28-year-old Tyrone Vaughan Moss of the 700 block of E. 21st Street, 21218.

Moss was arrested and charged with attempted first degree murder, first degree assault and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Moss is currently being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center on a no-bail status pending a bail review hearing.

Crews Battle Apartment Fire in Carney Area


-photo courtesy of Providence Volunteer Fire Company of Towson Maryland-

An apartment fire was reported in Unit block of Teacher Court in Carney. Baltimore County
fire crews were in scene at 2:15 p.m. on Feb. 27 with a three-story apartment with smoke inside.

Arriving crews reported a fire on the top floor of the apartment.

Crews extinguished the flames around 2:30 p.m.

No reports of injuries or entrapment.

Olszewski & Marks to Host Budget Town Hall Tonight


Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced his third annual series of town hall meetings to hear from constituents about their ideas and priorities.

The Fifth District Town Hall will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 23 with Councilman David Marks at 6:30 p.m.

“Ideas presented in previous years have been incorporated into the budget – Joppa Road was resurfaced once the water project was finished, for example, and new park projects have advanced throughout our district. The county funded its share of two new schools soon to be under construction,” Marks said.

“This is your opportunity to discuss what you believe should be funded in the budget.”

Seven virtual meetings, one for each Council district, will provide a forum for public discussion focused on future budget priorities and ensure that community members have the opportunity to provide input into the budget planning process.

“In order to best serve the people of Baltimore County, we need to hear from them directly,” said Olszewski. “While this pandemic has upended our way our life, we remain committed to keeping Baltimore County’s government, open accessible and transparent so that we can continue to work with stakeholders in every community to build a better Baltimore County together.”

From 2016-2017, a total of two people testified on Baltimore County’s budget. In 2018, during his first year in office, Olszewski held the inaugural series of budget town hall meetings where over 2,000 residents attended, with hundreds sharing priorities for the county.

Last year, Olszewski held a second round of town hall meetings, which included a virtual opportunity for residents to share their priorities when in-person town hall meetings were canceled as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

All Budget Town Hall Meetings will be livestreamed on Baltimore County Government’s YouTube page and Facebook page. Residents may also join by phone.

BCPS Students Named “Champions of Courage” Finalists

Four of five BCPS students from East Side


Five Baltimore County Public Schools students will appear on WBFF-TV FOX 45, WNUV-TV The CW Baltimore and MyTV Baltimore saluting their personal heroes this January and February.

The students are among the 15 area finalists in the 34th Annual “Champions of Courage” Black History Month Essay Competition.

The BCPS finalists are:

Bruce Ferstermann, Middle River Middle School

Kameron Brockington, Milford Mill Academy

Breanna Pompey, Parkville High School

Grace Duong, Perry Hall High School

Ava Wehr, Perry Hall High School

As finalists, each student will receive a $100 award.

The top three essayists, selected from among the 15 finalists, will be announced during a Champions of Courage television special that will air on WBFF-TV FOX 45, on Saturday, Feb. 20, at 7:30 p.m.

The top three essayists will be presented with additional awards, and in their honor, their schools will receive cash awards.

According to contest organizers, “Champions of Courage” is designed to commemorate Black History Month by celebrating positive role models for youth.

The essay competition provides an opportunity for students in Grades 6 – 12 to participate in a scholastic competition, gain confidence in their abilities, and be recognized for their achievement.

“Champions of Courage” also serves to share with the legacy and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.