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Dismissed Defense Attorney Delays Homicide Trial Indefinitely
Thank you for reading Baltimore Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. The trial of a man accused of murder did not proceed as scheduled before Baltimore City Circuit Court Judge John A. Howard on July 16 due to a last-minute dismissal of defense counsel. Kevin Griggs, 31, is...
Two arrested and firearm seized after traffic stop, police say
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — A traffic stop led to the arrest of two and the seizure of a firearm according to police. Police say on Tuesday around 5:30 p.m., NED DAT Detectives were conducting enforcement in the area of 5200 Block of Darien Road, when they conducted a vehicle stop in reference to a traffic violation.
Jacoby Jones’ Final Instagram Post Before His Sudden Death Had NFL Fans In Shambles
The sporting world is still trying to deal with the tragic news that former Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones is dead. Jones, a former Texans wide receiver and third-round draft pick from Lane College who emerged as a record-setting Super Bowl standout as a kickoff returner for the Baltimore Ravens, tragically died in his sleep at his home mere days after celebrating his 40th birthday.
Tiffany Tucker Shatters Glass Ceiling as UMBC's First Woman and Black Athletics Director
In a move that marks a significant milestone for the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), Tiffany Tucker has been appointed as the new athletics director, making history as the university's first woman and Black individual to hold the position. The announcement, made on July 16th, communicates Tucker's start in her groundbreaking role set for August 15, as reported by CBS News Baltimore.
Pikesville Native Adelle Waldman Talks New Novel, an Ensemble Portrait Set in a Big-Box Store
Adelle Waldman’s first novel, The Love Affairs of Nathaniel P., was widely acclaimed and named one of 2013’s best books by NPR, The New Yorker, The New Republic, The Economist, and The Guardian, among others. A Pikesville native and Friends School of Baltimore graduate, Waldman was a writer...
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 16, 2024
6500 block of Lawyers Hill Road, July 16 2 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a possibly unlocked sliding door. Nothing was reported stolen. 6200-6300 block of Green Field Road, July 15-16 overnight, multiple vehicles: various items. Woodstock, 21163: 10700 block of Croydon Court, July 15-16 overnight, wallet, cash.
Sick Raccoon In Anne Arundel County Tests Positive For Rabies: Health Department
An alert was issued on Wednesday advising that the animal was found on Governor's Bridge Road, between Riva Road and St. George Barber Road on Monday, July 15. It has since tested positive for rabies, officials confirmed on Wednesday. According to health officials, "rabies is a viral disease that mainly...
'Jugging' on the rise in Maryland: Annapolis police share safety tips
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (7News) — A new crime trend known as "jugging" has made its way to the DMV, prompting local police to issue a warning to residents. The Annapolis Police Department said jugging is a form of theft that includes robbery, typically when a suspect follows a victim from a financial institution such as a bank, ATM, or check cashing service.
Baltimore Police arrest man for May armed robbery
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — On Tuesday, a man was arrested in connection with a May armed robbery, according to Baltimore Police. On May 26, around 6:20 p.m., officers responded to the 6800 block of Eastern Ave. to investigate a call for an armed robbery. When officers arrived a male complainant...
Archdiocese to hold second annual Gun Buyback event in August
Building on the success of 2023’s Community Peacebuilding and Resource Fair, the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Health by Southwest, and other community partners will host a Gun Buyback on Aug. 10. The event will be held in the parking lot of Edmonson High school and provides community members the safe...
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