Essex Woman Pleads Guilty in Insurance Fraud Case

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that Shanell Angelia West, 46, of Essex has pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County in separate cases involving insurance fraud and felony theft. The charges stemmed from her actions during and after her employment with the Maryland Department of Labor. In the first case, West … Read more

Man Dies in Essex Crash on Eastern Boulevard

Officers responded to a fatal crash in Essex involving a pedestrian in the 1000 block of Eastern Blvd. on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Kia was traveling westbound when it struck the pedestrian, who was attempting to cross the street just west of Old Eastern Boulevard. The … Read more

Remembering Dundalk Fallen Firefighters 40 Years Later

The following statement was released by the Baltimore County Fire Department about the tragic Dundalk building fire that took the lives of three firefighters on Oct. 22, 1984: On this day in 1984, our community experienced an unimaginable tragedy as three brave firefighters lost their lives battling the devastating blaze at Shiller’s Furniture and Appliance … Read more

David Marks: “Shooting in the Ridgelys Choice Drive Area”

Baltimore County Councilman David Marks shared that Baltimore County Police confirmed to his office there was a shooting in Perry Hall on Monday. “I can confirm, based on communication with the Baltimore County Police Department, a shooting in the Ridgelys Choice Drive area,” Marks wrote on social media. According to the post, one suspect is … Read more

Vehicle Rescue & Car Fire Reported on I-95 in Kingsville

Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported a vehicle rescue on southbound Interstate 95 at the Baltimore/ Harford county line. Crews arrived early Sunday morning and located a single vehicle down an embankment. Units from both Baltimore County and Harford County worked together as a team to perform a thorough search operation and scan of the area … Read more

Bowman Named Essex Police Precinct 11 Officer of the Month

Officer R. Bowman has been named Essex Police Precinct 11 Officer of the Month. Here is the official statement from Baltimore County Police. Assigned a permanent post car, Officer Bowman arrived early exudes positive energy and regularly assist with calls for services. He cleared several cases and recovered stolen property. Supervisors say his willingness to … Read more

Police Need Information for Fatal I-95 Crash near Keith Ave

The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) Police Collison Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday morning on I-95. At 3:13 a.m., MDTA Police Officers assigned to the Central Command Detachment responded to the southbound lanes of I-95 near Keith Avenue (Exit 56). Responding officers located a silver Honda Accord Crosstour and a … Read more

Essex Apartment Fire Reported on Hadwick Drive

Baltimore County Fire Department reported a two-alarm apartment fire in Essex. The fire involved three apartments and was reported after midnight in the 1400 block of Hadwick Drive. Multiple occupants were rescued. One firefighter was injured and transported to the hospital with minor injuries. The firewas reported under control after 1 a.m. and it was … Read more

An Update on Kelmsley Court Fire

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company gave an update on the townhouse fire on Kelmsley Court off Franklin Square Drive between King Ave and Campbell Blvd on Saturday around 11 p.m. Units were advised of a report that the rear deck was on fire and that it started from a grill. Arriving crews found heavy fire … Read more

New Middle River Volunteer Fire Station on the Way

The following article was submitted by 7th District- A Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga about a new building for Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company. Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks were excited to take part in an event today to mark the start of site preparation … Read more

Baltimore County Police Sponsored Trunk or Treat Events

Baltimore County Police Department announced its list of Sponsored Trunk or Treat Events in all of its precinct in Baltimore County. Here is the list of the four precincts on the east side: Precinct 8 Parkville October 25th at 5:45 p.m., Seven Oaks Elementary School, 9220 Seven Courts Dr., 21236 Precinct 9 White Marsh October … Read more

Dundalk Shooting Reported on Goodman Avenue

Detectives from the Violent Crimes Unit are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding a Dundalk shooting that occurred on Saturday, Sept. 29 11:30 p.m. Police responded to the 600 block of Goodman Avenue in reference to a reported shooting. Once officers arrived on the scene, they located a 52-year-old adult male with a gunshot wound. The … Read more

Baier Named Parkville Officer of the Month

Officer R. Baier was named Parkville Precinct 8 Officer of the Month. Here is the official statement from Baltimore County Police: “His consistent enforcement & performance and thorough investigations are noteworthy. Supervisors say he gives 100 percent effort each and every month. His proactive enforcement and work with others to instill the department’s community policing … Read more

Truck Fire Reported on I-95 Near Rosedale

–photo courtesy of Rosedale VFC- Rosedale Volunteer Fire Company reported its crews and members from the Golden Ring station responded to truck fire on I-95 Monday night. When crews arrived they found a fully engulfed truck on a dolly on southbound 95. Rosedale Units assisted with Golden Ring with personnel, additional water and overhauling the … Read more