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Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Essex (UPDATED) Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Essex (UPDATED)
Man Charged With Arson, Animal Cruelty For Home Explosion That Killed Dog In Essex (Updated) Police in Baltimore County have charged a man in connection to the explosion that led to a two-alarm blaze and destroyed his family's home, fire officials announced on Tuesday. Michael Greensfelder, 52, is facing charges for allegedly intentionally creating a fuel/gas explosion that led to the destruction of the home he shared with his estranged wife and children. One person was injured late on Saturday, April 20, when there was a reported home explosion at 28 Crafton Road in Essex that also damaged neighboring homes.  The home explosion on Ridgemoor Road in Essex Baltimore C…
Newly Minted Baltimore County Millionaire Shocked By $2M Scratch-Off Lottery Win Newly Minted Baltimore County Millionaire Shocked By $2M Scratch-Off Lottery Win
Newly Minted Baltimore County Millionaire Shocked By $2M Scratch-Off Lottery Win A stop for gas and short trip to pick up a Lottery ticket at an area liquor store made a Baltimore County man Maryland's newest millionaire after he won big on a scratcher. The trip to Busy Bee Restaurant, Bar and Liquors in East Baltimore will be memorable one for an occasional Lottery player from Windsor Mill, who claimed a $2 million prize after playing a 200X The Cash scratch-off ticket. Busy Bee Restaurant, Bar and Liquors at 4502 Erdman Ave. in Baltimore Google Maps street view "I didn't think it was real, and I still don't think it is real," the lucky lotto player, who chose…
Former Pikesville HS AD Charged With Creating Viral AI-Generated Voice Recording Of Principal Former Pikesville HS AD Charged With Creating Viral AI-Generated Voice Recording Of Principal
Former Pikesville HS AD Charged With Creating Viral Ai-generated Voice Recording Of Principal A Pikesville High School employee was arrested at BWI Airport on Thursday morning after he allegedly created an AI-generated tape of the school's principal making racist and offensive comments. In January, the Baltimore County Police Department was made aware of a voice recording that circulated on social media purporting that Principal Eric Eiswert made offensive comments, though it was later determined that it was a fake, according. Eiswer was temporarily removed from the school, and the recording set off a chain reaction within the community and on social media. In the recording, which …
Abduction Charge For Baltimore Driver In Massive Springfield 'Street Takeover,' Cops Say Abduction Charge For Baltimore Driver In Massive Springfield 'Street Takeover,' Cops Say
Abduction Charge For Baltimore Driver In Massive Springfield 'Street Takeover,' Cops Say Police have announced the arrest of a Baltimore County driver in connection with a massive illegal car meetup where drivers antagonized officers in Fairfax County. Brandon Extecoc Santos, 20, of Parkville, was arrested on Friday, April 19, in connection with the "street takeover" Easter Sunday, Fairfax County police announced. Santos was charged with abduction, assault on a law enforcement officer, wearing a mask in public, and obstruction of justice. He was held in Baltimore County, Maryland pending extradition back to Fairfax County. Police did not detail his involvement in…
Man Dies At Hospital After Fast-Moving Two-Alarm Randallstown House Fire Man Dies At Hospital After Fast-Moving Two-Alarm Randallstown House Fire
Man Dies At Hospital After Fast-Moving Two-Alarm Randallstown House Fire One person died at an area hospital following an early morning house fire in Baltimore County on Sunday morning. Randallstown resident Darris Chandis Lilly, 38, has been identified by officials as the person who was rushed to the hospital following the two-alarm fire in the 4200 block of Wards Chapel Road, where he later died from injuries sustained in the blaze. Crews from the Baltimore County Fire Department and nearby agencies were called at around 1:20 a.m. on April 21 to the home, where they were met by heavy fire showing from the residence. Firefighters were advised that a man may be…
Home Destroyed By Explosion Reported In Essex: Fire Officials Home Destroyed By Explosion Reported In Essex: Fire Officials
Home Destroyed By Explosion Reported In Essex: Fire Officials One person was reportedly injured in Baltimore County overnight when a house exploded and led to a two-alarm fire in Essex, according to officials. Crews were called at around 11:20 p.m. on Saturday night to the unit block of Ridgemoor Road, where there was a residential fire with an explosion reported at a home.  *Update* 2nd alarm fire/explosion…PIO on scene @ Craftin & Avenal. DT2305 *TA pic.twitter.com/pmUiFi2Z4T — Baltimore County Fire Department (@BaltCoFire) April 21, 2024 Fire officials said that one person was taken to an area hospital for treatment and evaluation of …
Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Uber: Frederick Sheriff Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Uber: Frederick Sheriff
Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Uber: Frederick Sheriff A man wanted for attempted murder in Baltimore County is behind bars and facing fresh charges in Frederick County following what started as a routine traffic stop of an Uber driver, officials say. Ja Qwan Taylor-El, 22, is facing a host of criminal charges after being identified by members of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office as a fugitive who was wanted in both Baltimore and Frederick counties. Shortly after 7 p.m. on April 15, deputies conducted a traffic stop on New Design Road near Guilford Drive, and during that stop, it was determined that Taylor-El, a passenger in the back o…
Police Helicopter Tracks Driver, 44, Leading Slow-Speed Pursuit Through Baltimore: Cops Police Helicopter Tracks Driver, 44, Leading Slow-Speed Pursuit Through Baltimore: Cops
Police Helicopter Tracks Driver, 44, Leading Slow-Speed Pursuit Through Baltimore: Cops A 44-year-old woman is facing charges after police say she was involved in a hit-and-run crash and then fled the scene then led a slow-speed pursuit in Baltimore County. Gina Flannelly was involved in the crash in Dundalk around 4:10 p.m. Thursday, April 11, county police said. Officers followed her vehicle until it reached Baltimore City at which point they coordinated with BPD to arrest Flannelly, police said. Flanelly was arrested by the Baltimore Police Department with help from Sky Chopper 11. Flannelly was charged with unlawful theft of a motor vehicle, failure to obey a lawful o…
2-Car Crash Closes Portion Of I-695 Inner Loop (DEVELOPING) 2-Car Crash Closes Portion Of I-695 Inner Loop (DEVELOPING)
2-Car Crash Closes Portion Of I-695 Inner Loop (Developing) A two-vehicle crash closed a portion of the I-695 inner loop, backing up traffic for rush-hour commuters Wednesday morning. The collision occurred just before exit 18A to MD 26 at Liberty Road in Baltimore County around 8:45 a.m., according to MDOT. One of the three inner loop shoulders was closed, as well as three of the four traffic lanes, as crews responded. This is a developing story. Check back for more.
Wrong-Way Pursuit Leaves Innocent Driver Dead On I-695, Police Say (UPDATE) Wrong-Way Pursuit Leaves Innocent Driver Dead On I-695, Police Say (UPDATE)
Wrong-Way Pursuit Leaves Innocent Driver Dead On I-695, Police Say (Update) Authorities have released new information in a deadly crash that closed I-695 in Baltimore County overnight Monday morning, April 8. County police were trying to stop a stolen vehicle near the 1800 block of Belmont Avenue, but the driver refused and headed onto the outer loop of I-695 traveling in the wrong direction, according to county police. “Officers did not follow the stolen vehicle onto the highway,” said the BCPO. The stolen vehicle struck an Acura TSX, killing driver. The officers involved were equipped with body-worn cameras. The investigation is being led by the Indep…
Deadly Crash Closes I-695 Outer Loop, Attorney General To Investigate: Police Deadly Crash Closes I-695 Outer Loop, Attorney General To Investigate: Police
Deadly Crash Closes I-695 Outer Loop, Attorney General To Investigate: Police A deadly crash closed the outer loop of I-695 early Monday, April 8, Baltimore County police said. The crash happened sometime around 4:30 a.m., closing Exit 18 to I-795. UPDATE: Wrong-Way Pursuit Leaves Innocent Driver Dead On I-695, Police Say According to county police, members of the Independent Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General will be investigating "due to the circumstances surrounding this incident."
Misbehaving Minors Cancels White Marsh Carnival: Officials Misbehaving Minors Cancels White Marsh Carnival: Officials
Misbehaving Minors Cancels White Marsh Carnival: Officials The White Marsh Carnival in Baltimore County was canceled due to juveniles wreaking havoc this weekend, police said. "Due to the behavior of some individuals who chose to misbehave, we are being forced to close the White Marsh Carnival," reads a posting on the Dreamland Amusements website. "Despite taking measures such as our unaccompanied minor policy and a desire to provide a family event for the community that has been missing for several years, it seems some are determined to ruin the experience for everyone." On Saturday, April 6, officers from the White Marsh precinct were called to …
Dundalk Resident Wins $50K On Lottery Scratch-Off Dundalk Resident Wins $50K On Lottery Scratch-Off
Dundalk Resident Wins $50K On Lottery Scratch-Off A Baltimore County resident walked in wearing a wig as she stopped at lottery headquarters to claim a $50,000 scratch-off prize earlier this week. Angela Shaffer of Dundalk, an avid Keno player, won the top $50,000 Cash Boom prize on the $5 game, officials said Wednesday, April 3. “This is so exciting,” she told officials as she arrived at headquarters with her significant other. “I even brought a wig to wear in my picture.” The winning ticket was purchased at Redner’s Markets #96 at 7938 Eastern Avenue in Baltimore. After first scratching the ticket, Angela thought she was in disbelief a…
Driver Sought In Baltimore County Hit-And-Run Crash: Police Driver Sought In Baltimore County Hit-And-Run Crash: Police
Driver Sought In Baltimore County Hit-And-Run Crash: Police Police are seeking the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash with injuries in Baltimore County last month. The crash occurred on Windsor Mill Road near Pine Avenue around 11:45 p.m. on Friday, March 22, the BCPD said. The vehicle, believed to be a beige 2006-2010 Hyundai Sonata, fled westbound on Windsor Mill Road toward Rolling Road after the crash, police said. It likely has damage to the passenger side mirror assembly. #BCoPD Crash Team Detectives request the public's help in locating the driver who was involved in a hit-and-run injury crash that occurred at approximately 11:45 p.m…
Crashes Jam I-695, I-95 In Baltimore Crashes Jam I-695, I-95 In Baltimore
Crashes Jam I-695, I-95 In Baltimore A series of crashes tied up traffic on I-695 Tuesday morning, April 2, according to the MD State Highway Administration. In Baltimore County, a crash on the outer loop at SW Boulevard closed the center lanes, causing major delays just after 8:15 a.m. On I-95 northbound there was a crash near Caton Avenue with major delays. Crash - Southbound I-95 near Eastern Ave. with lane closures. Heavy traffic approaching the ft. McHenry Tunnel and I-895 southbound is becoming congested. #KeyBridgeNews #MDtraffic cg — MD State Highway Adm (@MDSHA) April 2, 2024 Check the MDSHA on X with updat…
COLD CASE: Cops Seek Clues On Baltimore County Man Found Stabbed To Death On Couch 38 Years Ago COLD CASE: Cops Seek Clues On Baltimore County Man Found Stabbed To Death On Couch 38 Years Ago
Cold CASE: Cops Seek Clues On Baltimore County Man Found Stabbed To Death On Couch 38 Years Ago Police continue to search for clues on a 56-year-old man who was found stabbed to death on a Baltimore County couch 38 years ago. Officers responded to a family member’s report of a possible suicide at 206 Nicodemus Rd. in Reistertown shortly before 11:20 a.m. on April 1, 1986. There, they found Theodore Enoch Kelley Sr. on the living room couch with several stab wounds to the upper body, police said. Exactly thirty-eight years later, investigators still seek clues in the cold case and offer a cash reward of up to $2,000.  Fifty-six-year-old Theodore Kelly was found stabbed to dea…
Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized By Stray Bullet In Baltimore County: Police Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized By Stray Bullet In Baltimore County: Police
Man Killed, Woman Hospitalized By Stray Bullet In Baltimore County: Police A death investigation has been launched in Baltimore County after a 27-year-old man was found gunned down overnight and a woman was hit by a stray bullet, police say. Jordan Taylor has been identified by investigators as the person who was fatally shot late on Friday night in the 5700 block of Emelia Avenue in White Marsh, though his death remains under investigation. Shortly after 10:30 p.m. on March 29, officers from the Baltimore County Police Department were called to investigate reports of shots fired in the area, where they found Taylor suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was …
Winning $50,000 'Powerball' Ticket Sold At Baltimore County Liquor Store Winning $50,000 'Powerball' Ticket Sold At Baltimore County Liquor Store
Winning $50,000 'Powerball' Ticket Sold At Baltimore County Liquor Store There were no Powerball jackpot winners for Wednesday's drawing, but one lucky lotto player in Maryland is sitting on a golden ticket worth $50,000.  A third-tier winning ticket worth five figures was sold in Baltimore County at Chase Plaza Liquors, which is located in the 12500 block of Eastern River Avenue in Middle River, though it remains unclaimed a day later. The winning numbers for the Wednesday, March 27 drawing were: 37-46-57-60-66 with a Powerball of 8. In Maryland, Lottery officials said there were 33,193 winners in Maryland of prizes ranging from $4 to $50,000. S…
Police ID 2 Bodies Recovered From Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Others May Be Encased In Concrete Police ID 2 Bodies Recovered From Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Others May Be Encased In Concrete
Police ID 2 Bodies Recovered From Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Others May Be Encased In Concrete The bodies of two construction workers were reportedly recovered from the site of the Francis Scot Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore Wednesday, March 27, according to state police and multiple reports. The bodies of Alejandro Hernandez Fuentes, 35, and Dorlian Ronial Castillo Cabrera, 26, were recovered from a red pickup truck about 25 feet under water in the Patapsco River, near the middle span of the bridge around 10 a.m., Maryland State Police said at a briefing on Wednesday. Police believe other vehicles are encased in concrete that came down in the collapse. All six of the Brawner Buil…
Vehicle Slams Through Pikesville Home, Trapping Driver Vehicle Slams Through Pikesville Home, Trapping Driver
Vehicle Slams Through Pikesville Home, Trapping Driver A vehicle slammed through a Baltimore County home Tuesday evening, trapping the driver and prompting an emergency response. The crash was reported on Mary Carroll Ct. off of Howard Square Drive in Pikesville around 5:15 p.m. March 26. The Baltimore County Fire Department responded and had extricated the trapped driver around 5:30 p.m. Crews are on scene of MVC with rescue-Unit blk of Mary Carroll Ct. #Pikesville 21208. Vehicle through dwelling, crews working on extrication. 1 patient in vehicle with minor injuries. DT1700 *TA pic.twitter.com/pktTrwl5sL — Baltimore County Fire Departmen…
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Atlantic City Coast Guard Crew Helping Rescue Efforts Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Atlantic City Coast Guard Crew Helping Rescue Efforts
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Atlantic City Coast Guard Crew Helping Rescue Efforts A Coast Guard crew from Atlantic City was helping with rescue efforts at the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, officials said. The Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew was responding to the scene on Tuesday, Mar. 26, the military branch said in a news release. Coast Guard investigators and pollution responders were also on their way to what emergency officials have called a "mass casualty event." Watchstanders at the Coast Guard Sector Maryland - National Capital Region command center received a report of the collapse at 1:27 a.m. A 948…
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Speaks On Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Speaks On Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Speaks On Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski is supporting all those affected by the massive collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge that prompted a local state of emergency on Tuesday, March 26. The bridge collapsed when it was struck by a 948-foot cargo ship heading to Singapore, sending multiple cars into the water below around 1:30 a.m. ALSO SEE: 2 Rescued, More Missing In Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapse (UPDATES) Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott declared a state of emergency around 9:30 a.m. County Executive Johnny Olszewski posted a statement of support on X a short time later: …
Minivan Spins Out, Killing Passenger In Crash With Tow Truck On I-695 Minivan Spins Out, Killing Passenger In Crash With Tow Truck On I-695
Minivan Spins Out, Killing Passenger In Crash With Tow Truck On I-695 A 60-year-old man was killed in a Baltimore County crash Saturday morning, March 23 on I-695, police said. Sang Yoo Kang, of Severn, was riding in a minivan that spun out and struck a tow truck on scene for a separate crash on the outlet loop near Wilkens Avenue around 8:05 a.m., according to Maryland State Police. Kang was pronounced dead at the scene by Baltimore County emergency medical services personnel. The drivers of the minivan and tow truck were transported by ambulance to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. The outer loop of I-695 at Wilkins Avenue was partially …
AG Releases Footage From Night Man Died After Being Taken Into Custody In Baltimore County AG Releases Footage From Night Man Died After Being Taken Into Custody In Baltimore County
AG Releases Footage From Night Man Died After Being Taken Into Custody In Baltimore County The Maryland Attorney General's Office has released the body-worn camera footage involving the January incident that resulted in the death of a man who was taken into custody in Baltimore County. Craig Cousin, 41, died while in the custody of veteran police officers Cantrell, Folderauer, Eskins, and Marsh on Wednesday, Jan. 10. PREVIOUS STORY: Police ID Man Who Died After Being Taken Into Custody In Owings Mills They had been called to investigate a suspicious person in the area of Rosewood Lane and Reistertown Road in Owings Mills and took Cousin into custody with an assist from the famil…
Suspicious, Scheming Thief Busted For Scamming Residents In Baltimore County, Police Say Suspicious, Scheming Thief Busted For Scamming Residents In Baltimore County, Police Say
Suspicious, Scheming Thief Busted For Scamming Residents In Baltimore County, Police Say A 26-year-old thief was busted for scamming residents throughout Baltimore County, police said. Alex Rich was arrested on multiple open warrants relating to theft schemes on Friday, March 15, the BCPD announced this week. Rich was being held without bond at the Baltimore County Detention Center. Suspicious activity and individuals can be reported to 911, the BCPD said, adding that residents should try to take note of license tag numbers, vehicle descriptions, or suspect descriptions without putting themselves at risk. Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Joi…
Hoarding Conditions Found At Deadly House Fire In Catonsville: Police Hoarding Conditions Found At Deadly House Fire In Catonsville: Police
Hoarding Conditions Found At Deadly House Fire In Catonsville: Police Hoarding conditions were found as crews responded to a deadly house fire in Baltimore County on Tuesday night, March 19. Firefighters responded to the blaze at a home on the 100 block of Helms Pick Court in Catonsville just after 11:20 p.m. and found heavy flames coming from a second-floor window. Crews upgraded their response to a rescue upon observing a vehicle in the driveway and found the female victim in a second-floor hallway. Firefighters reported hoarding conditions and brought the fire under control shortly after midnight, they said. The exact cause of the fire and the identity o…
4 Firefighters Injured Battling Lansdowne Blaze 4 Firefighters Injured Battling Lansdowne Blaze
4 Firefighters Injured Battling Lansdowne Blaze Four firefighters were injured battling a massive building blaze in Baltimore County Monday afternoon, March 18, authorities said. The fire broke out near Hammonds Ferry Rd and 1st Avenue in Lansdowne, according to the BCFD. #bcofd 4 firefighters injured battling a building fire in #Lansdowne. Injuries reported as non-life threatening. PIO on scene @ Hammonds Ferry Rd & 1st Ave. DT1535 pic.twitter.com/0JtfHAOlI3 — Baltimore County Fire Department (@BaltCoFire) March 18, 2024 Seven adults and four children were displaced by the fast-moving blaze, the department added. Four fighters…
Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Baltimore County, Police Say Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Baltimore County, Police Say
Decomposing Body Found Off Oregon Ridge Trail In Baltimore County, Police Say Police have launched an investigation after a decomposing body was found in a wooded area in Baltimore County. On Sunday, March 17, officers were called to the Oregon Ridge Trail in Cockeysville when a passerby found a decomposing male body in the woods around 4 p.m., the Baltimore County Police Department said. The body was taken to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where an autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death. Police have not identified the body and believe the incident to be isolated. The Baltimore County Crisis Response System (BCCRS) can be reached at&nb…
5 Adults, 2 Children Displaced By Parkville Blaze 5 Adults, 2 Children Displaced By Parkville Blaze
5 Adults, 2 Children Displaced By Parkville Blaze Five adults and two children were displaced by a Baltimore County house fire before dawn on Monday, March 18, officials said. Crews responded to the two-alarm blaze on the 100 block of Pearlwood Ct. in Parkville at 2:40 a.m. and found heavy flames coming from both floors. No injuries were reported as crews doused the blaze, which displaced five adults and two children. Two-alarm dwelling fire displaces five adults & two children. Fire crews responded to the hundred block of Pearlwood Ct. #Parkville at 0240 to find fire coming from both floors of the home. There were no injuries repo…
Woman Dead, Man Critical Following Dundalk Fire Woman Dead, Man Critical Following Dundalk Fire
Woman Dead, Man Critical Following Dundalk Fire A woman has died and a man is in critical condition following a pre-dawn house fire in Baltimore County, officials said. The blaze broke out at a home on the 3100 block of Shortway in Dundalk just after 2:30 a.m. Monday, March 18, the Baltimore County Fire Department said. A woman was pronounced dead, while a man remains critical. A dog was also killed in the blaze, officials added. The fire was caused by improperly discarded smoking materials. Early morning dwelling fire in #Dundalk claims the life of adult female. Crews responded to the 3100 block of Shortway just after 0230. Adult m…
AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Pikesville Gas Station AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Pikesville Gas Station
AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Pikesville Gas Station Newly released body-cam footage shows the officer-involved shooting of an armed 29-year-old man at a Baltimore County gas station in early January. Windsor Mill resident Sha-Kim Akil Webley was previously identified by the Maryland AG’s Office as the person who was shot to death by police after he allegedly pointed a weapon toward officers pursuing him. Webley was shot on Jan. 9 after a domestic disturbance investigation led to officers tracking him down at a gas station near the 400 block of Reistertown Road in Pikesville, the AG's Office said. PREVIOUS STORY: AG IDs Man Killed In Officer…