Middle River Man Dies at Harford County Detention Center

A 26-year-old inmate from the Harford County Detention Center died early Sunday morning after hanging himself in his cell. At approximately 12:15 a.m., a correctional deputy, while conducting regularly scheduled tours, found the inmate unresponsive in his cell with a sheet around his neck. Deputies immediately began lifesaving efforts and called for medical staff at … Read more

Body Found in Essex Ruled Homicide

Detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are investigating the circumstances surrounding a homicide. At approximately 5:30 p.m., January 15, 2023, officers were called to the 900 block of Sun Circle Wa in Essex, about a body that had been located. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy on January 16 and … Read more

Arrest Made in Old Dundalk Shooting

Baltimore County Violent Crimes detectives have arrested a suspect in the shooting that occurred at approximately 5:30 p.m., Monday, January 16. Officers initially responded to the unit block of Shipping Place in Old Dundalk, where they located a male victim in his thirties suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area … Read more

Kingsville Fire Reported on Forge Road

The Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported crews are responding to the 5400 block of Forge Road in Kingsville for a reported dwelling fire. The fire was reported on Tuesday, Jan. 10 around 1 p.m. Initial reports are smoke from the foundation. Use caution in the area. The White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company also reported that … Read more

Worker Injured by Asphalt Roller in Perry Hall

The Office of Councilman David Marks reported a construction worker was injured Monday morning in Perry Hall. According to the report, a worker was was struck by an asphalt roller during a Seven Courts resurfacing project. “The employee was taken to the hospital by ambulance. No word on the employee’s condition,” Councilman Marks wrote on … Read more

Former Wise Avenue VFC Fire Chief Dies

It is with deep sadness and humble respect, The Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company announces the passing of Past Chief and Life Active Member John I. Schaeffer, Sr. He died peacefully early on the morning of January 7, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Chief Schaeffer (affectionately known as Mr. John in his retirement) was … Read more

Update- No Explosion in Kingsville

Kingsville Volunteer Fire Company reported that crews are responding to the 11500 Block of Franklinville Road in Kingsville for a reported explosion. Initial reports thwt gas explosion occurred in the kitchen on Wednesday afternoon but that was false. Crews later reported it was a malfunctioning stove and not an explosion. The area was cleared. Motorists … Read more

Overnight Fire Reported in Edgemere

–photo courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- Crews with the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department responded with other units to a structure fire in Edgemere. The fire was reported in the 8000 block of Wood Avenue on early Wednesday morning. Arriving crews found a well involved shed encroaching on a carport and … Read more

Multiple Car Crash Reported on Merritt Boulevard in Dundalk

–photo courtesy of the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Department- A motor vehicle crash with rescue was reported by the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department at the intersection of North Point Road & Merritt Boulevard in Dundalk. The accident was reported on Tuesday afternoon around 3 p.m. Crews on the scene reported that multiple vehicles … Read more

Overnight Fatal Fire Reported in Edgemere

-photo courtesy of North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department- According to the North Point Edgemere Volunteer Fire Department, eastside units battled a dwelling fire in the 2500 block of Snyder Avenue in Edgemere. The Baltimore County Fire Department reported one person was found dead. The fire was reported on Thursday, Dec. 29 around 2:21 a.m. … Read more

Christmas Night Shooting Reported in Bowleys Quarters

Baltimore County Police are investigating a Christmas night shooting in Bowleys Quarters. Police officers responded to the unit block of Joggins Court following reports of a shooting on Sunday, Dec. 25 at approximately 11:10 p.m. Once on scene, officers discovered a female victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital … Read more