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Baltimore Drug Trafficking Bust 20240418

Massive regional drug bust leads to 7 arrests; authorities seize fentanyl, guns, body armor, $35K in cash

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Police say they have taken down a large, regional drug trafficking organization following an extensive, months-long investigation. At approximately 4 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, 2024, Baltimore Police Department detectives with the Group Violence Unit executed a total of eight warrants in partnership with SWAT teams, Anne Arundel County members, Baltimore County members, the FBI, the Drug Enforcement Administration, […]

Baltimore officials crack down on illegal dirt bikes

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—As the warmer weather begins to arrive in Baltimore, the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City and the Baltimore Police Commissioner have announced plans to increase enforcement against illegal dirt bike activity. The announcement comes after a rise in illegal dirt bike activity, which has been a concern for many in the city. In response to the issue, the Baltimore […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Maryland’s Crime Epidemic Continues

Posted on April 19, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

The following is a legislative update from Delegates Kathy Szeliga and Ryan Nawrocki. Over the last few years, many communities in Maryland have been plagued with a significant increase in crime. The carnival at White Marsh Mall was canceled recently due to juvenile disturbances. The other day, a near mob scene occurred at Towson Mall related to unruly kids. We […]

Police seek to identify Belair Road shooting suspect, reward offered

Posted on March 30, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a shooting suspect. The individual pictured has been linked to a shooting that occurred at just after 5:00 a.m. on March 17, 2024, in the 4800-block of Belair Road (21206). A reward of up to $4,000 is being offered for information on this suspect, who can also […]

Baltimore Police Department to launch city-wide traffic enforcement initiative

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Heading into Baltimore City? Be advised that the Baltimore Police Department’s new city-wide traffic enforcement initiative will be in effect from March 29 through August 16, 2024. In response to numerous complaints about speeding and running red lights and stop signs, and in an effort to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities, officers will be issuing citations to drivers who […]

$4,000 reward offered for information on Belair Road shooting suspect

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man linked to a shooting at a bus stop in March. The individual pictured shot someone at a bus stop in the 4800-block of Belair Road (21206) at just after 5 a.m. on March 17. The suspect then fled southbound on Belair Road after […]

Baltimore man pleads guilty to 3 armed robberies

Posted on March 23, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore man has pleaded guilty to committing three armed commercial robberies that took place in January of 2020, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Maryland District. Gary Leon Holloway Jr., 46, has pleaded guilty to committing an armed robbery and using, carrying, and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. Holloway and his co-conspirators planned […]

Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office announces indictment of 12 members of alleged drug trafficking organization

Posted on March 17, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office has announced the indictment of 12 members of an alleged drug trafficking organization. The alleged drug trafficking organization, which is based in the Collins Avenue and Frederick Avenue areas, was responsible for trafficking heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana throughout the Baltimore area. The organization operated openly, and the members were identified as part of […]