Crime, Police/Fire

Essex stabbing victim identified by police

UPDATE: A suspect has been arrested in connection with this incident.

Original story below…


ESSEX, MD—Police have identified the victim in Monday night’s fatal stabbing in Essex.

Homicide detectives with the Baltimore County Police Department are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal stabbing that occurred on October 16th. At just after 10 p.m., officers responded to the unit block of Eastern Boulevard (21221) for a reported assault.

When officers arrived at the scene, they found 63-year-old Keith Yeager suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

As detectives continue to investigate, they ask anyone with information pertinent to the case to contact 410-307-2020.

Information may also be provided anonymously by contacting Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-756-2587 (7LOCKUP). Information provided through Metro Crime Stoppers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. Information may be provided to Metro Crime Stoppers by phone or online.

 

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